Upon observing a golden eagle flying overhead,a prairie dog on "guard duty" gives a warning call to other members of the prairie dog community that are foraging.What form of animal behavior is this?

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Altruistic behavior involves an individual performing an action that benefits others at a cost to itself. The prairie dog on guard duty is risking its own safety to warn others of a predator.

Upon Observing a Golden Eagle Flying Overhead,a Prairie Dog on "Guard