polygynian (Meaning)
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polygynian (a.)
Alt. of Polygynous
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polygynian Sentence Examples
- In certain species of birds, such as red-winged blackbirds, the mating system is polygynian, where one male mates with multiple females.
- The polygynian behavior observed in some primates often leads to complex social structures within their groups.
- Researchers studying certain fish species have noted polygynian tendencies, with dominant males monopolizing breeding territories.
- Polygynian mating systems can lead to fierce competition among males for access to females during the breeding season.
- Lions exhibit a polygynian mating system, where a dominant male controls a pride of females within his territory.
- Understanding the genetic implications of polygynian behavior requires detailed studies of mating patterns and parentage within populations.
- Polygynian mating strategies have evolved in various species as an adaptation to environmental conditions and resource availability.
- The presence of multiple females within a male's territory is a characteristic feature of polygynian mating systems.
- In some polygynian species, females may actively choose to mate with dominant males due to perceived fitness benefits.
- Polygynian mating systems can influence the social dynamics and reproductive success of individuals within a population.
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In certain species of birds, such as red-winged blackbirds, the mating system is polygynian, where one male mates with multiple females.
The polygynian behavior observed in some primates often leads to complex social structures within their groups.
Researchers studying certain fish species have noted polygynian tendencies, with dominant males monopolizing breeding territories.
Polygynian mating systems can lead to fierce competition among males for access to females during the breeding season.
