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Behavior- Foraging Kota, Ray

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Kota, Ray. Behavior - Foraging. Foraging. « The act of searching , chasing , capturing killing and consuming food . » . Benefit and Cost. Optimal foraging. “Optimal foraging represents the maximum benefit: cost ratio. (Energy gain per unit effort)”. - PowerPoint PPT Presentation

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Behavior- Foraging Kota, Ray

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Foraging

« The act of searching, chasing, capturing killing and consuming food. »

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Benefit and Cost

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Optimal foraging

“Optimal foraging represents the maximum benefit: cost ratio. (Energy gain per unit effort)”

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Bluegill Fish (Lepomis macrochirus)

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Crown of thorns starfish (Acanthaster planci)

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