Which of the following might affect the foraging behavior of an animal in the context of optimal foraging?
A) risk of predation
B) prey size
C) prey defenses
D) prey density
E) All of the options are correct.

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All of the options listed can affect the foraging behavior of an animal in the context of optimal foraging. Risk of predation may cause an animal to select different prey items or change the location of foraging, prey size can affect the energy gained per item consumed, prey defenses (such as thorns, toxins, or shells) can make certain prey harder to obtain and consume, and prey density can affect the overall efficiency of foraging.

Which of the Following Might Affect the Foraging Behavior of an Animal