Concept information
Preferred term
Mating Preference, Animal
Type
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mesh:Descriptor
Definition
- The selection or choice of sexual partner in animals. Often this reproductive preference is based on traits in the potential mate, such as coloration, size, or behavioral boldness. If the chosen ones are genetically different from the rejected ones, then NATURAL SELECTION is occurring.
Broader concept
Entry terms
- Sexual Selection, Animal
Allowable Qualifier(s)
In other languages
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French
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Préférence d'accouplement chez l'animal
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Sélection sexuelle chez l'animal
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Sélection sexuelle chez les animaux
URI
http://data.loterre.fr/ark:/67375/JVR-K10K7SSN-S
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