Understanding Animal Communication

What is the primary purpose of auditory communication in animals?

• To find shelter

• To ward off predators

• To migrate

• To hibernate

Which of the following is an example of visual communication in animals?

• A bird singing

• A snake rattling

• A frog displaying bright colors

• A meerkat barking

How do honeybees communicate the location of food sources to other bees?

• By making buzzing sounds

• By dancing

• By changing colors

• By flying in circles

Explain how natural selection has influenced the development of communication methods in animals.

• Animals randomly develop communication methods.

• Animals with effective communication methods are more likely to survive and reproduce.

• Communication methods are taught by older animals.

• Communication methods are the same for all animals.

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Why might visual communication be more common during the day?

• Animals are more active at night.

• Visual cues are easier to see in daylight.

• Predators are less active during the day.

• Visual communication is not affected by light.

Describe the role of communication in mating rituals among animals.

• Communication is used to scare away predators.

• Communication helps animals find food.

• Communication is used to attract mates and demonstrate fitness.

• Communication is used to mark territory.

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What adaptation helps predators recognize and avoid toxic prey?

• The ability to fly

• The ability to change color

• The ability to recognize bright colors

• The ability to mimic sounds

How does communication help ensure the survival of beneficial traits in a population?

• By allowing animals to migrate together

• By helping animals find food and mates, thus passing on traits

• By teaching young animals how to hunt

• By marking territory for future generations

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A bark, snort, growl, and hoot are all examples of what type of communication 

• non-verbal communication
• verbal communication
• short distance communication
• aggressive communication 

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Exchange of information that results in a change of behavior.

• Language

• Communication

• Insight

• Instinct