Cooperative breeding is a social behavior observed in some animal species where individuals, other than the biological parents, help raise the young. This assistance can include feeding, protecting, and teaching the offspring, which increases the chances of survival for the young. Species such as wolves, meerkats, and some bird species often exhibit this behavior, benefiting from the extra support in nurturing their young. In cooperative breeding systems, helpers may be related to the parents, such as siblings or other family members, or they may be unrelated individuals. This strategy allows for more efficient use of resources and can lead to higher reproductive success for the parents, as they can focus on producing more offspring while others assist in their care.