UNIT 3
What are some examples of flying groups mentioned in the text?
Geese, starlings, mosquitoes, wasps.
What animal groups might we see on land?
Wild horses, dogs, monkeys.
How do animals benefit from group behaviors according to scientists?
They are able to migrate in safety, find food, and protect against predators.
Why do scientists believe collective behavior in animals is beneficial?
It allows for migration, finding food, and protection from predators.
What happens to fish that prefer to be alone?
They are likely to be eaten by predators.
How long do the offspring of the oldest female elephant stay with her?
Many years.
What do fish do when they see a potential predator?
They swim away together.
How do fish make decisions as a group?
Through consensus.
What type of group behavior do geese display when migrating?
V-shaped formation.
How do animal groups differ in terms of leadership?
Some have designated leaders, while others make decisions together as a group.
Why is collective behavior important for animal groups?
It allows for efficient migration, finding food, and protection from predators.
In elephant groups, who is the leader?
The oldest female.
Where do monkeys often get together?
In trees.
On land, what can we see wild horses doing?
Running free.
How do fish swim together?
In a perfectly co-ordinated movement.