Social behavior

Social animals

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Social animals are those animals that interact highly with other animals, usually of their own species (conspecifics), to the point of having a recognizable and distinct society. They associate in social groups and form cooperative societies. A major aspect of social behavior is communication, which is the basis for survival and reproduction. The basis of collective animal behavior includes interaction, protection from predators, enhanced foraging, and increased locomotion efficiency which may save energy when swimming or flying together.
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Social animals are those animals that interact highly with other animals, usually of their own species (conspecifics), to the point of having a recognizable and distinct society. They associate in social groups and form cooperative societies. A major aspect of social behavior is communication, which is the basis for survival and reproduction. The basis of collective animal behavior includes interaction, protection from predators, enhanced foraging, and increased locomotion efficiency which may save energy when swimming or flying together.
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