ABSTRACT
In Argentina, as in other countries, the study of animal behavior is carried out by researchers who have received training in different disciplines. Ecologists, physiologists, psychologists, etc. are participating in a variety of projects with different goals, methodologies, theoretical frameworks, and so forth. As a consequence, they tend to see their respective activities as not very related and, presumably, tend to develop different definitions of what should be meant by animal behavior. This state of affairs is reinforced by the absence of societies, journals, periodical meetings, or any other communication channel open to interchange of ideas and information. In addition to different personal histories and the lack of fluid communication, they also are sensitive to current controversies characterizing the field of animal behavior (Snowdon, 1983).
