Animal Behavior & Survival Vocab

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Migration

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The movement of organisms from one place to another at certain times of the year, or at certain points in their life cycle.

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Echolocation

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A technique used by some animals to locate the position of objects around them by producing sound and listening to their echoes.

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Cooperative Behavior

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The interaction between two or more organisms for a common goal.

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Group Behavior

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Behaviors that occur within or between groups of organisms.

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Hibernation

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A slowed physiological state of an organism to survive long periods of cold temperature or reduced food supplies.

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Survival

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The ability of an organism to continue living and reproducing in its environment.

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Altruism

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A behavior that benefits another organism at a cost to oneself.

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Innate Behavior

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Behavior that is genetically hardwired and does not require learning or experience.

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Adaptable

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The ability of an organism to adjust to changes in its environment.

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Flocking

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A behavior where animals group together for social or safety reasons.