Cooperation 2

Question 1

Give an example of an infraspecific hunting association.

Answer 1

Moray eels and groupers.

Question 2

Tit-for-tat game.

Answer 2

cooperate first and only defect if the opponent has defected, but forgives if the opponent subsequently cooperates. Depend on being able to remember partners.

Question 3

Give an example of an animal being punished for not cooperating.

Answer 3

Rhesus monkeys are subject to more aggression if they do not call when they find food.

Question 4

Describe ‘audience effects’ in chimpanzees

Answer 4

Male chimpanzees are more likely to make a feeding call if a socially important partner was watching.

Question 5

What three things can reinforce cooperation?

Answer 5

Manipulation
Policing
Audience effects