Behaviour - Term 1 Level 2

What is the primary difference between typical and atypical animal behaviour?

• Typical behaviour is always passive, while atypical behaviour is always aggressive.

• Typical behaviour is expected and normal for the species, while atypical behaviour deviates from the norm.

• Typical behaviour is only observed in captivity, while atypical behaviour is only observed in the wild.

• Typical behaviour is influenced by diet, while atypical behaviour is influenced by climate.

Answer explanation

How can age influence animal behaviour?

• Older animals tend to be more aggressive than younger ones.

• Younger animals tend to be more playful and exploratory, while older animals may be more cautious.

• Age has no influence on animal behaviour, an animals behaviour is determined by its personality

• Only sexually mature animals will exhibit territorial behaviour.

In what way can gender affect animal behaviour?

• Male animals are always more nurturing than females.

• Female animals are always more nurturing than males.

• Gender can influence mating behaviours and territoriality.

• Gender doesn't play a role in behaviour changes, it is the other factors

How does the environment influence animal behaviour?

• Animals behave the same regardless of their environment.

• Animals in colder environments are always more active.

• It can cause the animals to move locations.

• Only urban environments influence animal behaviour.

What role does stress play in animal behaviour?

• Stress only affects animals in captivity.

• Stress can lead to increased aggression or withdrawal.

• Stress has no effect on animal behaviour.

• Stress makes animals more social.

What is interspecific communication?

• Communication between members of the same species.

• Communication between different species.

• Communication that only occurs in aquatic environments.

• Communication that is non-verbal.

What is intraspecific communication?

• Communication between different species.

• Communication that occurs only during mating season.

• Communication between members of the same species.

• Communication that is always aggressive.

Which of the following is an example of interspecific communication?

• A dog barking at another dog.

• A bird mimicking human speech.

• A cat purring to its kittens.

• A wolf howling to its pack.

Which of the following is an example of intraspecific communication?

• A lion roaring to establish territory with other lions.

• A dog barking at a cat.

• A bird singing to attract a mate of a different species.

• A dolphin communicating with a human.

How can stress in animals be identified?

• Animals will always become more social when stressed.

• Stress can be identified by changes in behaviour, such as pacing or excessive grooming.

• Stress is only visible through physical injuries.

• Stress is not observable in animals.