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Nesting instinct
Nesting behavior is an instinct in animals during reproduction where they prepare a place with optimal conditions to nurture their offspring. The nesting place provides protection against predators and competitors that mean to exploit or kill offspring. It also provides protection against the physical environment. Nest building is important in family structure and is therefore influenced by different mating behaviours and social settings. It is found in a variety of animals such as birds, fish, mammals, amphibians, and reptiles.
Article summary
Nesting behavior is an instinct in animals during reproduction where they prepare a place with optimal conditions to nurture their offspring. The nesting place provides protection against predators and competitors that mean to exploit or kill offspring. It also provides protection against the physical environment. Nest building is important in family structure and is therefore influenced by different mating behaviours and social settings. It is found in a variety of animals such as birds, fish, mammals, amphibians, and reptiles.
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