Rusty Blackbirds (Euphagus carolinus) appear to exhibit predator satiation with a resident raptor species
Xavier R Martin, Samuel R Ward, Brian C Hibbard, Oscar Gonzalez
The paper observes that Rusty Blackbirds exhibit predator satiation by remaining calm during simulated hawk attacks, with larger groups showing lower escape rates.
bioRxiv · Jul 14, 2026 · PreprintEcology