An instinct behavior, also known as an innate behavior, is a type of behavior that an organism possesses naturally, without having to learn or be taught it. These behaviors are biologically programmed and inherited from the organism's ancestors. Instinct behaviors are typically critical for the survival and reproduction of the organism and are performed in response to specific stimuli in the environment. Examples of instinct behaviors in animals include mating rituals, nest building, migration, and predator avoidance.
