Social interaction test

The study of social interaction can be done in a variety of set-ups, all having one thing in common: the study of behaviors between two or more animals. Behaviors of interest could be sexual and mating behavior, agonistic behavior, maternal behavior, etc. Often differences between treatment groups or genetic strains are investigated. Most tests are straightforward and conducted in an open field or home cage environment.

For a complete set-up, combine EthoVision XT and the Social Interaction Module with PhenoTyper or an open field.