Asked by Gabrielle Murray on Jun 26, 2024
Verified
In the eusocial naked mole-rat species, Heterocephalus glaber, who is responsible for reproducing?
A) one king mates with numerous worker females
B) one king mates with one to three queens
C) one queen mates with one to three kings
D) one queen mates with numerous worker males
E) numerous kings mate with numerous queens
Eusocial
Describing a complex social structure in certain animal species, where there is cooperation in caring for the young, division of labor, and overlap of generations within a colony.
Heterocephalus Glaber
Also known as the naked mole-rat, a rodent known for its resistance to cancer and its ability to live in low-oxygen environments.
Naked Mole-Rat
A rodent species known for its unique traits, including high resistance to cancer and pain, living in underground colonies in Africa.
- Understand different mating systems and their characteristics.
Verified Answer
HH
Heidy HernandezJun 29, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
In naked mole-rats, reproduction is conducted by a dominant breeding pair consisting of a single reproductive male (king) and one to three reproductive females (queens). The other colony members, which are mostly sterile workers, assist in caring for the young and maintaining the colony.
Learning Objectives
- Understand different mating systems and their characteristics.