A group of sheep run in random directions to confuse a single predator. This is an example of which social behavior?

Herding is when animals stay or move together in a group, which can make it harder for a predator to target one individual. Sheep running in different directions while grouped is an example of herding. Schooling refers specifically to fish moving together, while cooperative hunting involves animals working together to catch prey.

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