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What behavior do birds exhibit when one bird is startled?
What behavior do birds exhibit when one bird is startled?
- They immediately fly away without hesitation. (correct)
- They assess the situation calmly.
- They vocalize to alert others nearby.
- They stay in place and continue feeding.
Which of the following statements best describes the difference in scanning behaviors of grosbeaks in a circle versus those in a line?
Which of the following statements best describes the difference in scanning behaviors of grosbeaks in a circle versus those in a line?
- Grosbeaks in a line are less aware of their flockmates. (correct)
- Grosbeaks in a circle are less nervous than those in a line. (correct)
- Grosbeaks in a line show more coordination than those in a circle.
- Both groups exhibit the same level of nervousness.
What is a likely reason for the increased nervousness in grosbeaks feeding in a line?
What is a likely reason for the increased nervousness in grosbeaks feeding in a line?
- They can see all their flockmates.
- They can only see their nearest neighbors. (correct)
- They are unable to communicate with each other.
- They are always vigilant about their surroundings.
What does emotional contagion in birds refer to in the context of this study?
What does emotional contagion in birds refer to in the context of this study?
In which arrangement did the grosbeaks demonstrate more effective antipredatory scanning?
In which arrangement did the grosbeaks demonstrate more effective antipredatory scanning?
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Emotional Contagion
Emotional Contagion
The tendency for one animal's emotions to spread to others, like a startled bird causing others to flee.
Antipredatory scanning
Antipredatory scanning
A bird's actions of looking out for danger.
Grosbeak
Grosbeak
A type of bird being studied in research on antipredatory behaviour.
Linear array
Linear array
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Circular formation
Circular formation
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Study Notes
Bird Behavior and Emotional Contagion
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Birds exhibit emotional contagion; if one bird takes flight, others follow without fully assessing the threat.
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Research by Marc and students observed western evening grosbeaks.
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Grosbeaks in a circle showed better coordinated scanning behavior compared to those in a line.
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Grosbeaks in a line exhibited higher anxiety levels and more frequent body/head position changes.
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This difference suggests better information sharing and coordination within the circle formation.
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Grosbeaks in a line had limited visibility of the flock, hindering emotional contagion compared to the circular formation.
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Description
Explore how western evening grosbeaks exhibit emotional contagion and the impact of their formations on behavior. Understand the differences between circular and linear formations regarding information sharing and anxiety levels in birds. Dive into the fascinating world of avian social dynamics.
