TCFA Feedyard Technician Certification Practice Test

What type of flight zone do wild cattle typically have compared to tame cattle?

1. Smaller

2. Similar

3. Larger

4. None

The correct answer is: Larger

Wild cattle generally exhibit a larger flight zone compared to tame cattle due to their instinctual behaviors and the need for self-preservation. The flight zone is the area surrounding an animal that, when approached, will cause the animal to move away due to fear or discomfort. In wild cattle, this flight zone is more pronounced as they rely heavily on their natural instincts to evade predators and survive in their environment. Tame cattle, on the other hand, have been domesticated and are more accustomed to human interaction. Their flight zones tend to be smaller because they are less fearful and more trusting of humans. They have learned to associate people with positive experiences, such as feeding and care, leading to a reduced instinct to flee. Thus, the larger flight zone of wild cattle reflects their need to react quickly to perceived threats in the wild, while tame cattle have adapted to their surroundings and the presence of humans, which results in a smaller flight zone.