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Which of the following is the definition of territory according to most animal behavioural biologists?
Which of the following is the definition of territory according to most animal behavioural biologists?
- Any space that an animal uses for mating purposes
- Any space that an animal defends against intruders of the same species (correct)
- Any space that an animal defends against predators
- Any space that an animal uses for foraging food
What are some reasons why possessing territory is beneficial for animals?
What are some reasons why possessing territory is beneficial for animals?
- It allows animals to migrate to different locations
- It provides areas for hiding from predators and raising young
- It provides areas for foraging food and attracting a mate (correct)
- It helps establish dominance within the group
What are contests between animals for an already occupied territory called?
What are contests between animals for an already occupied territory called?
- Territorial disputes
- Predator-prey interactions
- Conspecific conflicts (correct)
- Mating rituals
Which sex is usually more territorial in animals?
Which sex is usually more territorial in animals?
What are some features that territorial animals usually defend within their territory?
What are some features that territorial animals usually defend within their territory?
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