Behavioural adaptations in social animals - Jamb Biology Past Questions and Answers

Question 6:

• JAMB 2016

The adaptive importance of the nuptial flight from termite colonies is to

A. Ensure cross-breeding between members of one colony and another
B. Disperse the reproductives in order to establish new colonies
C. Provide abundant food for birds and other animals during the early rains
D. Expel the reproductives so as to provide enough food for other members

Question 7:

• JAMB 2019

Which of the following is a behavioural adaptation that protects prey from predators?

A. Hibernation
B. Shedding of leaves
C. Secreting irritating fluid
D. Dormancy

Question 8:

• JAMB 2019

Which of the following is a behavioural adaptation that protects prey from predators?

A. Hibernation
B. Shedding of leaves
C. Secreting irritating fluid
D. Dormancy