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Precocialism refers to a developmental pattern observed in certain animals, particularly birds and some mammals, where offspring are relatively advanced at birth or hatching compared to altricial species. The term originates from the Latin *praecox*, meaning "early," and *oculus*, meaning "eye," reflecting the early development of eyes and mobility in precocial young.
In precocial species, newborns are typically mobile shortly after birth or hatching and can feed themselves,
The evolutionary advantage of precocial development lies in reduced vulnerability to predators, as mobile young can
Precocialism is influenced by environmental factors, including predation pressure and food availability. Species in open habitats,
The distinction between precocial and altricial development highlights diverse reproductive strategies across the animal kingdom, shaped