Locomotion is the ability to move from one place to another. It is a basic function of all animals and many plants. Locomotion can be achieved in a variety of ways, including walking, running, crawling, swimming, and flying.
Most animals use locomotion to travel from one place to another in search of food or mates. Some animals also use locomotion as a means of defense or escape from predators. Many animals are able to travel long distances using locomotion, which helps them to disperse their species over wide areas.
There are two main types of locomotion: terrestrial and aquatic. Terrestrial locomotion includes walking, running, and crawling on land. Aquatic locomotion includes swimming and floating in water. Some animals are able to move through both air and water using a combination of these methods (e.g., flying fish).
The study of animal locomotion is known as kinesiology. Kinesiology encompasses the biomechanics (i.e., how the body moves) as well as the physiology (i.e., how the body produces energy for movement) of animal movement. Researchers in this field strive to understand how animals move in order to improve human health and performance (e