Question

What is the type of behaviour shown by ducklings in the given picture?

• A. Instinct
• B. Imprinting
• C. Conditioning
• D. Imitation

Answer 1

The correct option is B Imprinting

$\bullet$ Imprinting is a type of animal behaviour which is an automatic learning.
$\bullet$ Chickens and ducklings are able to walk almost immediately after hatching from the egg.
$\bullet$ Ducklings will follow the first moving object they meet after hatching and treat it as their mother.
$\bullet$ They follow their mother for food and protection.