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Preferred term

Mating Preference, Animal  

Type

  • 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

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http://data.loterre.fr/ark:/67375/JVR-K10K7SSN-S

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