Overview
Animal reproductive strategies are crucial for understanding how species survive and thrive in their environments. These strategies encompass various mating systems, parental investment levels, and the role of sexual selection. Each strategy has evolved to maximize reproductive success, ensuring tha...
Key Terms
Example: Many bird species, like swans, are monogamous.
Example: Lions exhibit polygamous behavior with one male mating with several females.
Example: Many insects display promiscuous mating behaviors.
Example: Birds often build nests and feed their young.
Example: Peacocks have elaborate feathers to attract mates.
Example: A rabbit's reproductive success can be measured by the number of surviving kits.
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Key Concepts
Mating SystemsParental InvestmentSexual SelectionReproductive Success