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Term: Territorial Behaviour

Description:

Territorial behaviour refers to the natural instinct or behavior exhibited by animals or humans to establish and defend their territory against intruders or perceived threats. It involves marking and protecting a specific area that is considered their own.

Sample Sentences:

1. Noun: The territorial behaviour of wolves is well-known as they mark their territory with scent and defend it from rival packs.

2. Verb: The dog territorial behavior kicked in as he barked fiercely at the mailman approaching their property.

3. Adjective: The territorial instincts of the bird intensified during mating season, causing it to fiercely guard its nest from other birds.

4. Adverb: The cat hissed territorially, warning another feline to stay away from its food bowl.

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