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Australian sea lion mothers teach pups to forage by guiding them to algae-rich reefs, study finds.
Researchers have found the first evidence that Australian sea lion mothers teach their pups to forage, using observed changes in behavior during shared trips.
With body cameras and tracking devices, scientists saw mothers make shorter dives and focus on macroalgae-rich reefs while reducing prey attempts, likely to facilitate learning.
This suggests intentional teaching, a rare behavior in sea lions, and underscores the role of maternal guidance in survival skills.
The findings, published in the Australian Journal of Zoology, highlight the importance of protecting mother-pup pairs for conservation.
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