mating systems Flashcards
1
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monogamy
A
a system where males and females only have one mate during one breeding season
2
Q
Polygyny
A
a mating system in which the male fertilizes the eggs of more than one partner during one breeding season
3
Q
Polyandry
A
a mating system in which a females eggs are fertilized by more than one male during breeding season
4
Q
extra pair copulations
A
mating with an individual other than your social partner
5
Q
nuptial gifts
A
a gift, usually of food, in exchange for mating
6
Q
sexual suicide
A
offering oneself as the nuptial gift
7
Q
mate guarding
A
when one partner stays with its mate to prevent mating with others
