Question

    What reproductive strategy involves parasites exploiting

    the parental care of other species?
    A Sexual parasitism Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Klepto parasitism Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Brood parasitism Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Competitive parasitism Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Brood parasitism is a strategy where parasites lay their eggs in the nests of other birds or within their own species, leading the host to unwittingly raise the parasite’s young. This adaptation allows parasites to conserve resources that would otherwise go into parental care.

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