What do sneezing wild dogs, dancing honeybees, and grunting gorillas have in common? Surprisingly, they all have ways of influencing important group decisions. And while they might not be casting ballots, some animals have developed systems that work remarkably like voting.
Scientists have discovered that certain species use various signals to communicate their preferences before making decisions as a group. This can determine everything from when to go hunting to where an entire colony should live.
So, how exactly does voting work in the animal kingdom, and does everyone get an equal say? Read through to find out.