Animal Communication and Interaction

Front

What is a chemical signal or scent given by an animal?

Back

Pheromone

Front

Why do baboons make a loud sound?

Back

To warn others

Front

What is the behavior of some animals to attract other animals called?

Back

Courtship

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NGSS.MS-LS1-4

Front

Why is a spider spinning a web considered an innate behavior?

Back

It is born knowing how to spin a web.

Front

What is an animal's dominant behavior to protect, defend, or get food called?

Back

Aggression

Front

What do we call the sounds that animals make to communicate with each other?

Back

Vocalizations

Front

What is the term for the way animals use their body language to communicate?

Back

Body language

Front

What is the purpose of a bird's song?

Back

To attract mates and defend territory.

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NGSS.MS-LS1-4

Front

What is a common way that bees communicate with each other?

Back

Dancing

Front

What is the term for the signals that animals use to warn others of danger?

Back

Alarm signals