Animals often get labeled as either predators or prey. But in the wild, survival isn’t always a one-animal job. Some species form partnerships that help them find food, avoid danger, or raise young.

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about biodiversity and the hidden quirks of the natural world. Scientists often divide predator species into two camps: ...

Animals employ diverse survival strategies beyond speed, using erratic movements, visual displays, and warning colors to confuse and deter predators. These tactics, from zigzagging to flashing ...