Biology: Concepts and Investigations
Biology: Concepts and Investigations
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ISBN: 9780077680992
Author: Hoefnagels
Publisher: MCG
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Examples of intrasexual selection and intersexual selection.

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Intrasexual selection is a type of sexual selection in which the males compete with one another for access to females. On the other hand, in intersexual selection males display themselves and the females choose the best display.

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