Daniel reads about survival and reproductive strategies of animals. He is surprised at the complexity of behaviors different kinds of animals practice. He is especially interested in the musk ox.
A group of musk oxen protects their young by forming a circle around them. The adult oxen stand with their heads outward to face an enemy. The young remain protected within the circle.
The primary goal of the defensive formation is to safeguard the musk ox calves. By placing the young individuals at the center of the circle, they are shielded from potential attacks.
