The Sequence of Behaviors Performed Each Time a Male Fly

question 128

Multiple Choice

The sequence of behaviors performed each time a male fly courts a female is an example of a(n)

• A) imprinting behavior.
• B) stereotypic behavior.
• C) proximate behavior.
• D) critical period.
• E) waggle dance.

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