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As calves age, they become more independent. Calves play together, imitating various adult behaviors, including male alliance formation and herding of females. Switching sex roles can also occur. Calves that spend more time apart from their mothers have an increased rate of survival than those that spend much of their time with their mothers, likely because increase independence indicates physical strength
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How old is a panda when it leaves its mother?
The baby pandas become independent from their mothers when they are about two years old. At that time when the pandas become independent their mother usually gets pregnant again.
How long do dolphins stay with their mother dolphins?
Dolphins are very family orientated animals. It's not uncommon to see a 4 year old dolphin still with it's mother. Some never leave the mothers side and just become part of the family (Pod)
When do dolphins learn to swim without their mother?
about 6 to 8 months old, that is very young.
Do mother cats get tired of caring for their kittens?
Mother cats may become tired from caring for their kittens, as it requires a lot of energy and attention. However, their maternal instincts usually keep them dedicated to caring for their young until they are old enough to be independent.
How old do you have to be when you swim with dolphins at discovery cove?
Swimming with dolphins at Discovery Cove is reserved for a half hour, (30 minutes) but if you pay the cost of double it would become and hour, (60 minutes).
How long does it take for a baby dolphin to leave it mom?
Young dolphins stay with their mother until they are five to six years old.
How old do most dolphins get to be?
Dolphins get to be an average of 40 to 50 years old
What old are dolphins when they mate?
Dolphins are sexually mature at 7 years old.
How does the lynx raise its young?
Female lynxes raise their young alone until they are old enough to fend for themselves. The mother lynx will provide food, protection, and teach her young how to hunt. The kittens typically stay with their mother for about nine to ten months before they become independent.
Can a 14 year old sell Mary Kay?
No, you must be 18 years old to become an Independent Beauty Consultant.
How does a puma take care of her babies?
they put them in a den and they become independent at 2 years old
What is the proper age that the puppy is supposed to be when you give it away and why?
6 weeks old, because then it is independent and doesn't need its mother
