Animal Behavior

A spider that has a brick colored heart-shaped marking surrounded by white on its back and lives on the ground might be an orb spider or a white tail spider. This spider might also be a common garden spider found in much of the U.S.

No, elephants do not eat cork. They primarily feed on grasses, leaves, bark, and fruits. Cork is not a natural food source for elephants and would not be part of their normal diet.

Freshwater bass jump out of water, most of the time, in order to catch food to eat. Some other types of smaller fish will jump to get away from larger fish.

Wolverines may access beaver dams by exploiting weak spots or holes in the structure. They are strong and agile animals that can easily climb or dig to gain entry. Wolverines are opportunistic feeders and will take advantage of any available food source, including beaver lodges and dams.

Quoth the wikipedia (linked below)

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The last of the trilobites disappeared in the mass extinction at the end of the Permian about 250 million years ago.

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There is no mating season as such for lions. They mate all year round. Whenever a female lion in the pride is in heat, the males mate with them. Females usually come to heat once in one or two years, after their existing litter of cubs are grown enough to fend for themselves

There have been cases where certain species of snakes, such as king cobras and black mambas, have been known to eat their own young. This behavior is rare and typically occurs when the parent is stressed, hungry, or feels threatened.

Young storks are called chicks or nestlings. They remain in the nest for several weeks after hatching and are cared for by their parents.

Some animals do exhibit behaviors that can resemble aspects of culture, such as social learning or traditions passed down through generations. However, the definition and complexity of culture in animals is still debated among scientists. While animals may show some cultural-like behaviors, it is not as developed or widespread as human culture.

Yes. The tuna, like other fish, respire through their gills. Fish must have oxygen, and their gills are set up to make gas exchange to and from water.

The hummingbird builds the smallest nest. Typical hummingbird nests are around 0.79 inches across and 1.18 inches high. Hummingbirds build their nests using mud or saliva.

Most frogs can hold their breath for a few minutes underwater, with some species able to stay submerged for up to 30 minutes. Their ability to hold their breath is aided by their unique respiratory system and ability to absorb oxygen through their skin.

Amphibians evolved to inhabit the land and water, adapting to both environments. Their ancestors did not possess the necessary adaptations for living in the open ocean, such as the ability to maintain salt balance and withstand high-pressure environments. As a result, they did not evolve to become sea-dwelling creatures.

Konrad Lorenz was scientist who was very famous. He studied evolution and how animals behaved. He also wrote books. For information go to www.ask.com then click onKonrad Lorenzbiography - imprinting.

The nudging behavior could indicate a variety of things such as courtship, dominance display, or communication about territory. Fish nudging can also be a way to establish hierarchy within a group or to encourage movement in a certain direction. It's important to consider the context and overall body language of the fish to better understand the reason for the nudging behavior.

Some snake species can hold their breath for up to 30 minutes while underwater, but this duration can vary depending on the species. Snakes have developed adaptations to slow down their metabolism and make efficient use of oxygen when submerged, allowing them to stay underwater for extended periods if necessary.

I'm not sure what Jordie said, could you provide me with more context or clarify your question?

Larger animals need more energy to sustain basic bodily functions like circulation, respiration, and digestion due to their higher metabolic rates and larger body size. They also require more energy for activities such as hunting, mating, and maintaining body temperature.

Behavior that decreases fitness includes engaging in risky activities that increase the chances of injury or death, exhibiting lack of self-care and hygiene, and engaging in harmful addictive behaviors such as substance abuse. Additionally, behaviors that lead to an unhealthy diet or lack of exercise can also decrease fitness.

The altitude record is held by a Rüppell's griffon Gyps rueppelli, a vulture with a 10-foot wingspan. On November 29, 1975 one was sucked into a jet engine 37,900 feet above the Ivory Coast in West Africa. The plane was damaged but landed safely. The bird that flies highestregularly is the bar-headed goose Anser indicus, which travels directly over the Himalayas en route between its nesting grounds in Tibet and winter quarters in India. They are sometimes seen flying well above the peak of Mt. Everest at 29,035 ft. This journey was one of the featured stories on the Discovery channels documentory Planet Earth. The journey over the mountains is a difficult one and wind conditions can force the birds backwards where they will rest and try again the next day. Birds have some natural advantages for getting oxygen at high altitudes, in particular an arrangement of air sacs that allows them to circulate inhaled air twice through the lungs with each breath--much more efficient than the in-and-out system used by mammals. Bar-headed geese have special adaptations that make them even better at high-flying than other birds. They have a special type of hemoglobin that absorbs oxygen very quickly at high altitudes, and their capillaries penetrate especially deep within their muscles to transfer oxygen to the muscle fibers.

Mammals have hair primarily for thermoregulation, providing insulation to help regulate body temperature. Hair also serves protective functions, such as keeping out debris and UV radiation, as well as playing a role in sensory perception.

Kind of.

Alligators do not have diaphragms like humans, therefore, they move their ribs in order to breathe, by putting them on their backs they cannot breathe, so they pass out eventually and if are left like this can die D':

Its not nice D:

Rubbing their bellies has nothing to do with it.

Animals know when to migrate because they have internal clues that let them know it's time. They can sense something called the photoperiod, which is the amount of daylight there is left in the day. When the days get shorter, that is a hint for them to migrate.

Ravens are highly adaptable birds that can thrive in a variety of habitats, from forests to urban areas. They are intelligent and resourceful, utilizing their problem-solving skills to find food and shelter. Their keen senses and ability to learn from their environment help them survive in different climates and landscapes.

Seals are not well-adapted for movement on land due to their body structure, which is optimized for swimming. On land, seals typically move by flopping or sliding on their bellies, which is a slow and inefficient method of locomotion. The speed at which a seal can move on land varies depending on the species, but generally, they can reach speeds of up to 5-10 miles per hour for short distances.