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The author of the book “Natural Behavior: The Evolution of Behavior in Humans and Animals using Comparative Psychology and Behavioral Biology,” Burton A. Weiss, was interviewed by Benji Cole of CBS Radio. They talked about the in-depth nature of the book’s theme and inspiration during the interview. Weiss reveals that his inspiration came from observing how behavior acts as a bridge between biology and culture. Frustrated by frameworks that isolated psychology from biology, he set out to show behavior’s central role in natural selection and human evolution. Weiss wanted readers to appreciate how evolutionary science isn’t just about bones and genes—but about actions, interactions, societal shifts, and moral development.
“Natural Behavior: The Evolution of Behavior in Humans and Animals using Comparative Psychology and Behavioral Biology” by Burton A. Weiss invites readers on an enlightening journey through the evolution of behavior across the entire spectrum of life—from single-celled organisms to humans. Through the lenses of comparative psychology and behavioral biology, Weiss explores how behavior shapes and is shaped by evolutionary forces. His work bridges the gap between instinct and learned action, reconnecting us with the scientific roots of our own social structures, cognitive abilities, and moral patterns. The book serves as both an academic text and an accessible narrative, offering new perspectives on how behaviors evolved, how they fit into natural selection, and how they continue to influence life and society today.
Burton A. Weiss holds an AB, magna cum laude, an MA and a Ph.D. from Princeton University. He taught and did research for nearly five decades at the University of South Florida, the University of Massachusetts, Drexel University, and the University of the Arts. He is a Fellow of both the American Psychological Association and the American Psychology Society and is a Diplomate-Fellow in Prescribing Psychology. His research spans from ants to fishes to frogs to crowd noise. He is a licensed psychologist and has done work in forensic investigation. Now emeritus, he has focused on producing this volume on the evolution of behavior from years of thought on animal behavior.
Weiss opens by tracing the evolutionary origins of behavior, discussing how instincts and capacities to learn arose in response to environmental challenges and population dynamics. He explains that behavior itself is a powerful agent of evolution—animals and humans alike adapt not just by genetic mutation but by changing how they act. Topics range from the earliest neural organisms to complex human societies, covering phenomena like foraging strategies, communication, cooperation, aggression, and mating rituals. The narrative advances into
hominization, exploring our interactions with Neanderthals, the development of brain structures, and how these changes reshaped humanity’s place in the world.
“Natural Behavior” provides seminal insights into the evolution of animal and human behavior for enthusiasts of Comparative Psychology and Behavioral Biology. Evolution and the behavior of the animal kingdom are discussed with new concepts on science, learning and instinct, and population phenomena. Hominization, interaction with Neanderthals, how the brain evolved, and the impact on the World are described with new views.
This book is a sweeping, multidisciplinary exploration of behavior’s central role in evolution. From neurons to nations, from instincts to spiritual beliefs, Weiss weaves a compelling narrative that bridges science and philosophy. Whether you’re passionate about animal behavior, anthropology, psychology, or the future of humanity, this book offers a thought-provoking roadmap.
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