Stereotypical Behaviours Flashcards
1
Q
Why are stereotypical behaviours repeated?
A
Release cortisol, which creates a positive correlation between the behaviour and cortisol/stress relief for the animal
2
Q
Name 5 examples of stereotypical behaviours
A
Crib-biting, wind sucking (horses), eye rolling (veal calves), sham chewing (pigs), jumping (bank voles)
3
Q
What causes stereotypical behaviours?
A
Stress & the inability to perform some important species-specific behaviours
