Behavior- Foraging Kota, Ray

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)”

Bluegill Fish (Lepomis macrochirus)

Crown of thorns starfish (Acanthaster planci)

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