Does predation risk affect mating behavior? An experimental test in dumpling squid (Euprymna tasmanica).

One of the most important trade-offs for many animals is that between survival and reproduction. This is particularly apparent when mating increases the risk of predation, either by increasing conspicuousness, reducing mobility or inhibiting an individual's ability to detect predators. Individu...

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Main Authors: Amanda M Franklin, Zoe E Squires, Devi Stuart-Fox
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Public Library of Science (PLoS) 2014-01-01
Series:PLoS ONE
Online Access:http://europepmc.org/articles/PMC4281177?pdf=render