Animal Behaviors Quick Check

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Which behavior is both territorial and used for courtship?(1 point)
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dance rituals with potential partners
dance rituals with potential partners

baring teeth as a sign of aggression
baring teeth as a sign of aggression

sparring or wrestling using antlers or horns
sparring or wrestling using antlers or horns

defending a nest from predators
defending a nest from predators
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The behavior that is both territorial and used for courtship is:

sparring or wrestling using antlers or horns

This behavior is typically seen in species like deer, where males may spar to establish dominance (territorial behavior) and also to attract females (courtship behavior).