Animal Behavior Experiment Quiz

What did von Frisch believe about the bees' preference for lights?

Preferred lights of higher intensity independently of color

How did Hers' experiment differ from von Frisch's in the field?

Hers used artificial feeders associated with blue color, while von Frisch observed bees at a feeder.

What was the focus of rociobiology, pioneered by Edward?

Study of social behavior from microbes

What did Wilson's evolution lens emphasize regarding humans?

Natural lens of humans to of non-human evolution Signup and view all the answers

What sampling method was used in Visser and Lessells' study?

Quasi-experimental sampling method Signup and view all the answers

How did the researchers manipulate the number of eggs in the nest?

They removed a few eggs and placed them back after a few days. Signup and view all the answers

What was the outcome of laying extra eggs in the nest?

Increased mortality of poorly-cared-for chicks Signup and view all the answers

What was the main challenge in predicting optimal behavior in the study?

Fitness tradeoffs and fitness proxies Signup and view all the answers

How can foraging behavior be effectively subdue/open/processed?

Shellfish Signup and view all the answers

What type of resources can be consumed in foraging?

All Signup and view all the answers

What affects decisions in foraging?

Nutritional needs Signup and view all the answers

What are the factors that determine how long ants should seek food in a patch?

Nutrient concentration Signup and view all the answers

What can researchers manipulate in controlled settings to study foraging behavior?

Patch quality Signup and view all the answers

What is the concept that closely matches the marginal value theorem in foraging decisions?

Solid conceptualized value theorem Signup and view all the answers

Animal Behavior Experiment Quiz

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