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Most animals have a stress response to the death of a member of their group. Even chickens (the animal no one cares much for):
- Chickens can recognize flock members. When a bird dies or is severely injured, others may become alert, quiet, or avoid the body.
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- They can show changes in behavior - reduced feeding, less vocalizing, or increased vigilance - especially if the death was sudden or violent.
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- Hens show the strongest responses with their own chicks. If a chick dies, a hen may search, call, or appear agitated for some time.
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