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In ethology, fission–fusion society is one in which the size and composition of the social group change as time passes and animals move throughout the environment; animals merge into a group (fusion)—e.g. sleeping in one place—or split (fission)—e.g. foraging in small groups during the day.
Jul 22, 2024 · In this article, we argue that social systems with fission–fusion (FF) dynamics are best characterized within a complex adaptive systems (CAS) framework. We discuss how different endogenous and exo...
Jan 30, 2018 · Definition. Fission-fusion is a property of many animal groups that split in temporary aggregations or subgroups. First described in hamadryas baboons (Papio hamadryas; Kummer 1971), it has been found in an ever-larger number of species, including elephants, hyenas, dolphins, chimpanzees, and several other primates.
Dec 16, 2019 · Fission–fusion society. The term “fission–fusion” was first introduced by Hans Kummer (1971) and originally describes “a society consisting of casual groups of variable size and composition, which form, break up and reform at frequent intervals” (Conradt & Roper, 2000).
- Lea Prox, Lea Prox, Lea Prox, Damien R. Farine, Damien R. Farine
- 10.1002/ece3.5936
- 2020
- Ecol Evol. 2020 Jan; 10(2): 791-807.
A fission-fusion society is a social structure where groups frequently split into smaller units (fission) and later come back together (fusion). This dynamic allows for flexibility in social interactions, resource access, and group cohesion, especially among primates.
Mar 7, 2006 · Groups merge (fusion) or split (fission) as they move through the environment, making group composition a dynamic property. If individuals can modify the persistence of associations with certain others, complex higher-order social structure can result.
Jan 1, 2024 · Fission–fusion societies are fluid in their group dynamics across spatial and temporal contexts, permitting insights into how context affects whether animals choose to join or depart from a group.
