Knowee
Questions
Features
Study Tools

Lovebird is the common name for a genus of parrots (Agapornis). Lovebirds deviate from the norm of lifelong commitment to a single mate seen in most bird species. Unlike other birds, lovebirds may engage in "divorce," in which they choose to end their partnership. A recent study published in the Proceedings of the Royal Society B investigates the underlying factors behind this behavior, revealing migration distance as a primary contributor.10Mark for ReviewCross out answer choices you think are wrong.ABCWhich choice best states the main idea of the text?ALovebirds, unlike other bird species, do not exhibit a lifelong commitment to a single mate, leading to divorce in their partnerships.BA recent study in the Proceedings of the Royal Society B explores the factors contributing to lovebirds' unique behavior of engaging in "divorce," with a focus on migration distance.CLovebirds are known for their strong lifelong partnerships, but a recent study suggests that migration distance is not a significant factor in their behavior.DLovebirds' divorce rates, unlike those of other birds, are influenced by factors such as migration distance, as revealed in a recent study published in the Proceedings of the Royal Society B.

Question

Lovebird is the common name for a genus of parrots (Agapornis). Lovebirds deviate from the norm of lifelong commitment to a single mate seen in most bird species. Unlike other birds, lovebirds may engage in "divorce," in which they choose to end their partnership. A recent study published in the Proceedings of the Royal Society B investigates the underlying factors behind this behavior, revealing migration distance as a primary contributor.10Mark for ReviewCross out answer choices you think are wrong.ABCWhich choice best states the main idea of the text?ALovebirds, unlike other bird species, do not exhibit a lifelong commitment to a single mate, leading to divorce in their partnerships.BA recent study in the Proceedings of the Royal Society B explores the factors contributing to lovebirds' unique behavior of engaging in "divorce," with a focus on migration distance.CLovebirds are known for their strong lifelong partnerships, but a recent study suggests that migration distance is not a significant factor in their behavior.DLovebirds' divorce rates, unlike those of other birds, are influenced by factors such as migration distance, as revealed in a recent study published in the Proceedings of the Royal Society B.

...expand
🧐 Not the exact question you are looking for?Go ask a question

Solution

The choice that best states the main idea of the text is B. This option accurately summarizes the main points of the text, which are that lovebirds engage in "divorce," unlike other bird species, and a recent study has explored the factors contributing to this behavior, with a focus on migration distance.

Similar Questions

Different species in parrots

Gouldian finches are socially monogamous. When given a chance to have extra-partner sex, during breeding season, most female Gouldian finches_________. Select one alternative:occasionally mate, but their male partners will typically kill genetically unrelated offspringdecline the opportunity (i.e., they are sexually monogamous).have sex - offspring survival is higher if the male is more genetically compatible than her partner.have sex, although genetic compatibility does not affect offspring survival.

The flight patterns of two different bird species can vary greatly. For example, a hawk will soar high in the sky and swoop down to catch its prey __________ a sparrow usually stays close to the ground and flits from tree branch to branch. Hawks have large wings with long feathers that allow them to glide through the air more easily than sparrows which have shorter, rounder wings that help them maneuver quickly between obstacles. The differences in their physical features contribute significantly to how they navigate their environment while flying.

The following behaviors help birds increase their reproductive success in different ways. Which one most directly increases a bird’s chance of mating?Choose 1 answer:Choose 1 answer:(Choice A)   An arctic tern migrates from an area of low resources to an area of high resources.AAn arctic tern migrates from an area of low resources to an area of high resources.(Choice B)   A killdeer bird pretends to be injured to distract and lead predators away from its nest.BA killdeer bird pretends to be injured to distract and lead predators away from its nest.(Choice C)   A male bird-of-paradise dances to attract the attention of a female.CA male bird-of-paradise dances to attract the attention of a female.

Birds such as finches and mockingbirds fly in front of the Galápagos giant tortoise to make their presence known. The Galápagos tortoise then sticks out its neck and the birds eat the ticks and other parasites on its skin. This is a great relief to the tortoise.What type of relationship is shown here?Select one:a.Predationb.Mutualismc.Competitiond.Commensalism

1/1

Upgrade your grade with Knowee

Get personalized homework help. Review tough concepts in more detail, or go deeper into your topic by exploring other relevant questions.