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Briefing: New model shows how behavioral flexibility affects animal evolution
Strategic angle: A new study reveals how changes in behavior help various animals adapt to dramatic environmental shifts.
editorial-staff
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Updated 10 days ago
The study, published on April 1, 2026, outlines how behavioral flexibility is essential for survival in fluctuating environments.
Species such as mollusks and crows exhibit significant behavioral adaptations that enhance their chances of survival.
In particular, California marmots and ground squirrels are increasingly utilizing wet vegetation, indicating a strategic shift in their habitat use.