![]() ![]() Many times humans come upon animals suddenly and see them "frozen" and think they are unafraid - not realizing the physiological aspect of the immobility. This "freezing" occurs as a kind of physiological shock in the animals. If none of these alternatives are feasible, the prey will "freeze" in place. However if the predator is too close to flee safely, the prey may scurry for a hiding place. If the predator comes closer, the prey may attempt to run away. If the predatror is a distance away, the prey may just signal others of the presence the threat. The type of behavior depends in part on the proximity to the predator when detected. Some of these behaviors are: flight, posturing in a fighting position, signaling to others, finding cover, and "freezing" on the spot to escape detection by prey. Background: Animals display a variety of behaviors in predator/prey relationships. ![]()
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