Baboon King Leadership Dynamics

The video explores the social dynamics of African geladas, focusing on a dominant male, the baboon king, who faces challenges from his younger brother and a group of bachelors. The king is ambushed but ultimately triumphs in a fierce battle, securing his position for another year.

What is the primary role of the dominant male gelada in the herd?

• To build shelters

• To hunt for food

• To find water sources

• To protect the family

What challenge does the baboon king face as his family grows?

• Finding enough food

• Keeping up with his protective duties

• Building larger shelters

• Teaching the young to hunt

Who is the new rival challenging the baboon king?

• A neighboring herd leader

• His younger brother

• A rogue gelada

• A human poacher

What strategy does the baboon king use when ambushed by the bachelors?

• He calls for help

• He hides in a cave

• He retreats to a tree

• He fights them off

What is the significance of the battle between the baboon king and his brother?

• It shows who is faster

• It decides who gets more food

• It reveals who is more intelligent

• It determines the leader of the herd

What injury does the baboon king inflict on his brother during the fight?

• A bruised tail

• A deep cut on the arm

• A lost canine

• A broken leg

What does the loss of a canine symbolize for the baboon king's brother?

• Loss of intelligence

• Loss of speed

• Loss of strength

• Loss of manhood

How does the baboon king secure his position after the battle?

• By finding more food

• By building a new shelter

• By defeating his brother

• By forming an alliance

For how long does the baboon king secure his throne after the battle?

• For a month

• For a decade

• For a week

• For a year