Search for dissertations about: "intra-sexual selection"
Found 2 swedish dissertations containing the words intra-sexual selection.
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1. The relationship between personality and social dominance in the domestic fowl – a critical perspective
Abstract : Social dominance relationships are formed within numerous animal species and reduce costly fights over resources. Dominant individuals often enjoy greater access to important resources such as food and mating partners, and are generally more aggressive, bold, active and explorative compared to subdominant individuals. READ MORE
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2. Social dominance and personality in male fowl (Gallus gallus domesticus)
Abstract : Individuals in social species commonly form dominance relationships among each other, andare often observed to differ in behaviour depending on their social status. However, whethersuch behavioural differences are a consequence of dominance position, or also a cause to it,remains unclear. READ MORE