AP BIOLOGY

ANIMAL BEHAVIOR

INTRODUCTION

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
When Elephants travel, the oldest and largest members often travel on the outer edges of group. Why is this herding important to the survival of the species?
A
It helps them pick out a new mate
B
It helps the young spot food more easily
C
Elephants have few offspring that they need to protect from predators
D
Elephants have many offspring and this keeps them contained
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -When they travel, the oldest and largest members often travel on the outer edges of the group. Why is this important to the survival of the species? A. Elephants have few offspring, so they need to protect them from predators.

Detailed explanation-2: -The African elephant behavior in herds is very cooperative, and they move together. The entire family makes decisions together for the safety of each other and to find the necessary resources for survival. Not only do they help each other find resources, but they also help each other with offspring care.

Detailed explanation-3: -Many animals exhibit social behaviors that help them obtain resources. Herbivores often exhibit herding behaviors, which can protect the group from predators. Predators often work together to hunt, capture, and share their prey as well as to raise offspring.

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