By Rajni Pandey | July 8, 2024
In spotted hyena clans, females are larger, more aggressive, and dominate males. The matriarch leads the clan, makes decisions, and controls the best resources.
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Bonobo societies are matriarchal, with females forming strong bonds that help them maintain dominance over males. Their societies are peaceful and cooperative, largely due to female alliances.
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Elephant herds are led by the oldest female, known as the matriarch. She guides the herd to water and food sources, teaches young elephants survival skills, and makes crucial decisions for the group's well-being.
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In lion prides, females are the primary hunters and caretakers of the cubs. They form tight-knit groups that work together to hunt and protect their territory, while males are primarily involved in defense.
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Orca pods are matriarchal, with the oldest female leading the group. She uses her experience to guide the pod, teach younger members hunting techniques, and maintain social bonds within the group.
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Many lemur species, such as the ring-tailed lemur, have female-dominated social structures. Females assert dominance over males in feeding and mating privileges and lead their groups in daily activities.
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In naked mole rat colonies, a single dominant female, the queen, rules. She is the only breeding female and suppresses the reproductive capabilities of other females, maintaining strict control over the colony.
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Bee colonies are ruled by a queen bee, the sole reproductive female. She lays all the eggs, while worker bees, who are also female, perform various tasks to maintain the hive, including foraging, nursing, and defending.
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Ant colonies are led by a queen ant, responsible for reproduction. The worker ants, all female, handle all other tasks such as foraging, caring for the young, and protecting the nest, ensuring the colony's survival.
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In spotted sandpiper populations, females establish and defend territories while males incubate the eggs and care for the young. Female spotted sandpipers are larger, more aggressive, and compete for mates, reversing typical bird gender roles.
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