Why Would You Expect Some White-Fronted Bee-Eaters to Fly Very

question 34

Multiple Choice

Why would you expect some white-fronted bee-eaters to fly very far away from their nests to forage when there are food sources nearby? Base your answer on your knowledge of cost-benefit analyses,

• A) There might be some plentiful food sources further away.
• B) Competition for food is too intense near the nest.
• C) Food near the nest is usually of lower quality.
• D) Predation is highest closest to the nest.

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