Animal Behavior: Instincts and Learning

The video explores the concept of instincts in animals, highlighting how these innate behaviors are inherited and crucial for survival. It contrasts instinctive actions with learned behaviors, using examples from various species, including spiders, birds, and bears. The video also touches on human instincts and the significant role of learning in human development.

What is the primary way instincts are passed down in animals?

• Through learning from other animals

• Through trial and error

• By genetic inheritance from parents

• Via environmental influences

Which of the following is an example of an instinctive behavior?

• A dog learning to fetch

• A beaver building a dam

• A cat being trained to use a litter box

• A parrot mimicking human speech

How do instincts help animals immediately after birth?

• By teaching them to hunt

• By guiding them to find food

• By helping them learn from their parents

• By allowing them to communicate

What triggers the instinct to fly in butterflies?

• The presence of predators

• The change from caterpillar to adult

• The availability of food

• The temperature of the environment

What is the difference between instincts and reflexes?

• Instincts are complex, reflexes are simple

• Reflexes are voluntary, instincts are not

• Reflexes are learned, instincts are inherited

• Instincts are learned, reflexes are not

How do song sparrows develop their singing abilities?

• They are entirely instinctive

• They learn from hearing other sparrows

• They mimic other bird species

• They are taught by their parents

What role does learning play in the hunting behavior of foxes?

• It is not necessary for hunting

• It helps them refine their techniques

• It is only used in captivity

• It is entirely instinctive

How do brown bears typically learn to catch salmon?

• By following human instructions

• Through trial and error

• By observing other bears

• By instinct alone

What is a key factor in the flexibility of learned behaviors in animals?

• The animal's environment

• The animal's intelligence

• The animal's physical strength

• The animal's instinctive drive

Which of the following is an example of a learned behavior influenced by instincts in humans?

• Keeping a pet

• Riding a bike

• Walking

• Reading a book