unit 4, courtship Flashcards
1
Q
what is courtship?
A
sequence of actions which is unique to each species. to identify members of their own species
2
Q
what is an example of courtship?
A
-dance moves
-sounds
-fighting
release of pheromes
3
Q
who is courship normally done by and who observes?
A
-male does courtship
-female obesrves
4
Q
what is the importance of courtship?
A
-recognise own species and opposite sex
-synchronise mating behaviour
-ensure survival of offspring as it bonds the parents and makes sure they are healthy mates
5
Q
what does it mean if two species have similar courthship?
A
they are closely related
