courtship Flashcards
1
Q
courtship
A
- behaviours designed to attract mates
2
Q
simple strategies
A
- pheromones (chemical)
- auditory (calls)
3
Q
simple strategy examples
A
- moths (pheromones)
- frogs (croak)
- brids (song)
4
Q
complex strategies
A
- unique
- larger
- elaborate physical features
- higher energy in courtship
5
Q
complex strategy examples
A
- peacocks (feathers)
- springbok (rut)
- birds (feeding)
6
Q
how will courtship maximise reproduction?
A
- ensure suitability
- maturity and ready for mating
- females conserve energy
