AP PSYCHOLOGY

SOCIAL PSYCHOLOGY

GROUP BEHAVIOR

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which 2 animals circle their young for protection when a predator is near?
A
elephants
B
baboons
C
musk oxen
D
geese
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -When attacked by predators, muscat animal Alaska try to run to nearby higher ground and then form a circle with their rumps together and horns facing outwards the predator. The calves stay close to their mothers’ side and the adults take it in turns to rush out to attack the predators with sharp horns.

Detailed explanation-2: -When they see danger approaching, muskoxen run together and they all try to face the threat. If there is one predator-a lone wolf for example-the defense strategy is to form a line. If a wolf pack surrounds the group, the muskoxen will form a tight circle, all facing outward, forming a phalanx of heads and horns.

Detailed explanation-3: -Some animals that attack to defend themselves from predators are skunks, exploding ants, golden poison frogs, bombardier beetles, giant squid, and horned lizards. This is one of the most popular sayings when it comes to dealing with real things in life.

Detailed explanation-4: -Natural predators to musk oxen include wolves and bears, but they are also hunted by humans. When threatened, musk oxen form a defensive circle or line.

Detailed explanation-5: -Musk oxen are currently protected within their range. Legislation protects herds in Alaska, Norway, and Siberia.

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