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Territory

Last Updated: February 01, 2008 | Related resource areas: Wildlife Damage Management

an exclusive area that is often vigorously defended for a certain time. May be inhabited by an individual, a mated pair, or a group of animals. Territories may be defined by the way they're used, for example, a breeding territory, feeding territory, or nesting territory. An animal defends its entire territory, which is usually smaller than its home range. The defense of the territory may involve ritualistic behaviors that drive off rivals, or actual fighting.

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