behavior used in the act of self-preservation, to avoid falling victim to another animal or predator. The function of this behavior is harm avoidance, and may manifest in several ways, including: camouflaging, noise-making (like a rattlesnake), employing defensive strategies (porcupines raise spines), or escape by running away.
ANIMAL DEFENSIVE BEHAVIOR: “Animal defensive behavior is most commonly used to prevent harm befalling the animal, for example, certain lizards change colors to prevent detection. “