Many animal species follow matriarchs. For example, older female orcas retain knowledge of salmon hotspots, leading their pod to feeding waters. Likewise, elephants are led by females to resource-rich feeding grounds. In both cases, females stand as leaders as opposed to patriarchal animals, like baboons. Hyenas also follow their mothers. Lactating females usually lead their clan to feed. While males hunt, females are larger, hold the power to form alliances with other clans, and lead the battle charge when at war.