Chapter 26, Problem 4FTB

Summary Introduction

To review:

The given blank space in the statement, “animals often deal with competition for resources through ______ behavior. Such conflicts are often resolved through ________, which allow the competing animals to assess each other without _______ each other. Animals that resolve conflicts this way often display their ________ and make their bodies appear _________.”

Introduction:

Animals always compete with each other for space, food, and mating. In case the food resources are limited, the animals tend to become fierce, which may be detrimental to all the animals. Thus, in order to make the feeding sustainable, animals acquire skills, which may not always be conflicting.