(A) Define Eusocial behavior. (B) What is it about the mating system of Eusocial hymenoptera that Hamilton used to explain the evolution of Eusocial behavior in this insect group? (C) Eusocial behavior has evolved in non-hymenoptera. The explanation depends on unique features of the ecology of these organisms. What might these be? (D) Use the Florida scrub jay, sponge shrimp or naked mole rat to explain your answer.

(A) Define Eusocial behavior. (B) What is it about the mating system of Eusocial hymenoptera that Hamilton used to explain the evolution of Eusocial behavior in this insect group? (C) Eusocial behavior has evolved in non-hymenoptera. The explanation depends on unique features of the ecology of these organisms. What might these be? (D) Use the Florida scrub jay, sponge shrimp or naked mole rat to explain your answer.

Biology: The Dynamic Science (MindTap Course List)

4th Edition

ISBN:9781305389892

Author:Peter J. Russell, Paul E. Hertz, Beverly McMillan

Publisher:Peter J. Russell, Paul E. Hertz, Beverly McMillan

Chapter53: Population Interactions And Community Ecology

Section53.1: Population Interactions

Problem 1SB: How might natural selection favor a carnivore that spends more time and energy capturing large prey...

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