The buffy-headed marmoset has four distinct patterns of predator avoidance.
During the non-breeding season they may form large flocks, possibly related to predator avoidance.
Other benefits of hauling-out may include predator avoidance, thermal regulation, social activity, parasite reduction and rest.
In predator avoidance, chameleons utilize minimal head movement and a unique method to monitor potential threats.
This form of mechanoreception is useful for orientation, hunting, predator avoidance, and schooling.
Participants in such flocks are thought to benefit in terms of foraging and predator avoidance.
Scientists do not know what the reason for the behavior was, but predator avoidance is one theory.
The light is used for predator avoidance, to attract prey, and for communication.
Habitat use both on and away from the cliffs appears to be driven by predator avoidance.
The purpose of these dramatic, gossamer portals is not clear, but they are thought to play a role in predator avoidance.