Ch 9: Social Organisation

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What term describes interactions that increase survival chances through shared efforts benefiting the population members?

Social Behavior

Group Dynamics

Collective Collaboration

Social Organization (correct)

Which behavior involves the collective action of individuals in a group without centralized direction?

Herding Behavior (correct)

Flock Behavior

Pack Behavior

Swarm Behavior

What is the purpose of herding behavior among herbivorous species like wildebeest, buffalo, and zebra?

To offer safety in numbers from predators (correct)

To increase competition for resources

To establish dominance hierarchies

To hunt cooperatively for prey

Which type of animal population organization involves coordinated and purposeful movements in hunting?

Pack Hunting Signup and view all the answers

How do packs benefit carnivorous species like African wild dogs during hunting?

By enabling coordinated and purposeful movements Signup and view all the answers

What function does dominance serve in animal groups?

Ensures reproductive success Signup and view all the answers

In social insect populations like bees and termites, what is a notable characteristic of their labor division?

Individuals specializing in specific roles Signup and view all the answers

What is the benefit of having a dominance hierarchy in animal groups?

Reduces intraspecific competition Signup and view all the answers

What is a common role of the 'alpha' individual in animal groups?

Lead and organize the group Signup and view all the answers

How do dominant individuals contribute to the transmission of traits in animal populations?

By having access to preferred mates Signup and view all the answers

Why is living in large herds beneficial for herbivorous species like wildebeest, buffalo, and zebra?

It offers safety in numbers to watch for predators Signup and view all the answers

What is the main advantage of pack hunting for carnivorous species like African wild dogs?

It enables coordinated and purposeful movements in hunting Signup and view all the answers

What role do adults play within a herd in terms of young offspring protection?

They act as a protective barrier against threats Signup and view all the answers

In what way does pack hunting influence the ability of smaller-to-medium-sized predators?

It allows them to target larger prey Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of herding behavior in herbivorous species?

To ensure safety in numbers against predators Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes herding behavior from pack hunting in terms of hierarchy?

Pack hunting involves a centralized leadership structure while herding doesn't Signup and view all the answers

How does social organization benefit animal populations in terms of survival?

By enhancing survival chances through shared efforts benefiting all members Signup and view all the answers

What term describes when certain individuals in animal groups assert themselves as dominant?

Alpha Effect Signup and view all the answers

In social insect colonies like termites, what is the name given to the caste tasked with nest maintenance and foraging?

Workers Signup and view all the answers

What is the main benefit of the division of labor into castes within social insect populations like bees and ants?

Efficient resource allocation Signup and view all the answers

Which animal group structure helps to reduce competition and ensure reproductive success?

Dominance Hierarchy Signup and view all the answers

What role do dominant individuals, or 'alphas', play in animal groups?

Reproductive access and organizing the group Signup and view all the answers

In termite colonies, what is the role of the soldier caste?

Defense Signup and view all the answers

Which term describes the collective strength and agility of individuals in packs working together to pursue and capture prey effectively?

Collaborative Hunting Signup and view all the answers

Why is the interdependence of castes important within social insect colonies?

To enhance survival and functioning of the colony Signup and view all the answers

What is a key feature of the interaction within animal populations that enhances survival chances?

Collaboration through shared efforts Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary advantage of living in large herds for herbivorous species like wildebeest, buffalo, and zebra?

Safety in numbers against predators Signup and view all the answers

Which behavior is characteristic of herding behavior in animal populations?

Collective action without centralized direction Signup and view all the answers

What type of behavior enables smaller-to-medium-sized predators to take down larger prey?

Pack hunting Signup and view all the answers

Which term describes interactions aimed at catching and killing prey cooperatively as a group?

Pack hunting Signup and view all the answers

Why do dominant individuals in animal groups often have access to preferred mates?

Their dominance reduces intraspecific competition. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the 'alpha' individual in animal groups with dominance hierarchies?

Organizing and leading the group. Signup and view all the answers

Why is the division of tasks into castes important in social insect populations like bees and ants?

To create a well-organized system of labor division. Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes castes in social insect populations like bees and ants from a simple grouping of individuals?

Caste members specialize in specific roles necessary for survival. Signup and view all the answers

How does the collective strength and agility of individuals in packs contribute to their hunting success?

By working together to pursue and capture prey effectively. Signup and view all the answers