托福口语 Task 4

Today we're going to talk about a fascinating behavior in the animal kingdom: cooperative hunting. Some animals hunt together in groups, which allows them to capture prey that would be impossible to catch alone. This strategy is not just about strength in numbers; it requires coordination and communication among group members. Let me give you two examples. First, consider lions. Female lions in a pride work together to hunt large prey like wildebeests. They use a coordinated approach: some lions circle around to drive the prey toward others who are hiding in ambush. This division of labor increases their success rate significantly. Second, look at dolphins. When hunting schools of fish, dolphins use a technique called 'herding.' They swim in a circle around the fish, creating a mud ring that traps the fish in a tight ball. Then, dolphins take turns swimming through the ball to feed. This requires precise timing and cooperation. In both cases, the key is that each member has a specific role, and their actions are synchronized to achieve a common goal.