Unveiling the Intense Duel: Ethological Insights into the Territorial Battle of Male Snipes -- Lahore

Lahore

May 2023

This documentation presents an ethological observation of a territorial dispute between two male snipes

Upon entering the observation site, both male snipes were observed displaying a series of aggressive behaviors indicative of territorial defense. These behaviors included vocalizations, wing displays, and posturing. As the confrontation escalated, the snipes began engaging in physical combat, employing their long, slender bills as weapons. They darted and lunged at each other, attempting to establish dominance through their aggressive displays.