Instinct vs. Learned Behavior

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What is instinct?

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Instinct is a behavior that is natural and does not have to be learned. It is something that animals are born knowing how to do.

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What is learned behavior?

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Learned behavior is a behavior that an animal or person acquires through experience or practice. It is not something they are born knowing.

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Give an example of instinct in animals.

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An example of instinct is a baby bird opening its mouth to be fed by its parent.

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Give an example of learned behavior in animals.

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An example of learned behavior is a dog learning to shake hands with its owner.

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What is the difference between instinct and learned behavior?

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Instinct is innate and does not require practice, while learned behavior is acquired through experience and practice.

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Can you name a behavior that must be practiced?

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Shaking hands is a behavior that must be practiced.

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What is an example of a learned behavior in dogs?

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Shaking hands is a learned behavior in dogs.

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What behavior do fox squirrels learn from humans?

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Fox squirrels learn to take food from people.

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What is an example of instinct in a tiger?

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A tiger jumping through a hoop is an example of learned behavior, not instinct.

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What is a behavior that is not learned?

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Having brown fur is not a learned behavior; it is an instinctive trait.