Quote by: Frans de Waal

If one bird foraging in a flock on the ground suddenly takes off, all other birds will take off immediately after, before they even know what's going on. The one who stays behind may be prey.


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Author Bio


  • NameFrans de Waal
  • DescriptionDutch primatologist and ethologist
  • BornOctober 29, 1948
  • CountryNetherlands
  • ProfessionBiologist; University Professor; Psychologist; Author; Primatologist; Ethologist
  • AwardsPierre Bayle Award; Ig Nobel Prize; Ariëns Kappers Medal