EiblEibesfeldt

Irenäus Eibl-Eibesfeldt was an Austrian ethologist and evolutionary biologist. Born in Vienna in 1928, he became a prominent figure in the field of ethology, the study of animal behavior in their natural environments. Eibl-Eibesfeldt's work is closely associated with Konrad Lorenz, another pioneer in the field, and he carried out extensive research on a wide range of species, from marine iguanas in the Galapagos to various primates and birds.

His research focused on the innate behaviors of animals and the evolutionary basis of social interactions. Eibl-Eibesfeldt was particularly interested in universal patterns of behavior that could be observed across different cultures, arguing that many human social behaviors, such as facial expressions, had evolutionary roots. He authored several influential books, including "The Myth of the Aggression" and "Love and Hate: The Natural History of Behavior Patterns," which explored these concepts. Eibl-Eibesfeldt also contributed to conservation efforts, using his understanding of animal behavior to advocate for the protection of natural habitats. He passed away in 2018, leaving a significant legacy in the study of animal and human behavior.