Gregarious behavior
- Pronunciation
- /gri-GAIR-ee-uhs bih-HAY-vyer/
- Category
- Behavior
- Plural
- Gregarious behaviors
Definition
Behavior exhibited by insects and other animals where they live in groups or aggregations, often exhibiting social interactions and cooperative behaviors.
Etymology
From Latin 'gregare', meaning 'to flock together'.
Example
Gregarious behavior is common in locusts, where large groups form and exhibit synchronized feeding and movement.
Related Terms
- Social insects
- Aggregations
- Communal colonies
Usage Notes
Gregarious behavior can be influenced by factors such as food availability, predator pressure, and social cues.