I'm sure you've been outside at one time and seen (or heard) a skein of geese flying overhead. Geese are cool, because they fly in a "V" pattern, which helps them conserve energy by reducing air resistance for the goose behind them. Each goose takes a turn at the front, falling to the end when they get too tired. In this way, they can actually fly for longer distances before needing a rest.
But their are speculations that the formation also aids in coordination and communication among the geese. What this means is that it's possible that each goose has a specific responsibility while in a particular place in the formation. Kind of like a rugby team.
So, if you were a goose, then where would you be in
the goose formation?
Me, I'd want to be second. That way, I could encourage and motivate the leader. Of course, it's only fair to mention that I'd
probably also be leading a coup to take the flock away while the leader wasn't
looking.
