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The Social Dynamics of 'Friendly' Hyenas: Mob Formation and Lion Confrontation

Originally Published 2 years ago — by Phys.org

Researchers from Michigan State University have found that social relationships and interactions among spotted hyenas can influence their decision to form mobs and cooperate in attacking lions. The study, conducted over 35 years, revealed that hyenas with strong social bonds are more likely to engage in mobbing behavior. This cooperative behavior sheds light on how similar behaviors have evolved in both wildlife and humans. The researchers also discovered that mobbing was more frequent when the risk of injury or death to hyenas was lower, even in the absence of a direct benefit.

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Seals Unite to Defend Pod Against Great White Shark Invasion

Originally Published 2 years ago — by USA TODAY

In footage from the first episode of "Planet Earth III," a pod of seals is seen mobbing and driving away a great white shark that had infiltrated their seal colony off the coast of Africa. The mobbing technique is a common defense mechanism used by seals to protect themselves from predators. Despite the surprise attack, the Robberg Peninsula remains an important habitat for the vulnerable shark, which could be their last refuge in Africa. The series, narrated by David Attenborough, premiered on BBC America and AMC+.

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