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Birds display a wide variety of courtship behaviors. Which behavior is also a territorial behavior?(1 point)
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creating a bower (arch) with interesting objects and defending it from rival males
creating a bower (arch) with interesting objects and defending it from rival males

flashing feathers to show their health and grooming abilities
flashing feathers to show their health and grooming abilities

singing a particular song to help potential mates hear them
singing a particular song to help potential mates hear them

dancing and calling on a lek (communal ground) with other males, competing for female attention

Answer 1

The behavior that is also a territorial behavior is:

**creating a bower (arch) with interesting objects and defending it from rival males.**

This behavior involves not only attracting mates but also defending a territory against rivals, which is a key aspect of territorial behavior.