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According to evolutionary biology and William McDougall's instinct theory of motivation, a basic instinct is a universal, unlearned, fixed pattern of behavior present across a species.Its defining characteristics are that it is inborn, innate, and natural, and it is found across all living organisms belonging to a particular biological group to assist in survival, self-preservation, and reproduction. It is not restricted to humans, specific domestic animals, or creative subgroups like artists.