Asked by Yolanda Rodriguez on Jun 30, 2024
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A hunting owl hears the rustling of a mouse while it is foraging. This is an example of
A) cueing.
B) eavesdropping.
C) honest signaling.
D) deceitful signaling.
Eavesdropping
In animal behavior, the act of intercepting and using signals or communication between other individuals to one's own advantage.
- Gain insight into the elementary components of animal communication and their significance in the context of evolution.
- Describe the reciprocal evolutionary process between signaling parties and their interpreters.
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Hadia KhalilJul 04, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Eavesdropping in this context refers to the owl using the sounds inadvertently made by the mouse (which are not intended as signals) to gain information for its own benefit.
Learning Objectives
- Gain insight into the elementary components of animal communication and their significance in the context of evolution.
- Describe the reciprocal evolutionary process between signaling parties and their interpreters.