Tusklessness

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What is tusklessness in elephants?

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Tusklessness refers to the condition where elephants are born without tusks, which are elongated incisor teeth.

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How do elephants become tuskless?

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Elephants are born without tusks; it is a genetic trait.

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What is the survival of the fittest?

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It is a natural selection principle where organisms best adapted to their environment are more likely to survive and reproduce.

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Why is being tuskless advantageous for elephants?

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Being tuskless reduces the risk of being targeted by poachers for ivory.

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What has caused the increase in tuskless elephants over time?

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The increase is due to tuskless elephants being able to reproduce and pass on the trait.

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What role does natural selection play in tusklessness?

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Natural selection favors tuskless elephants in environments where poaching is prevalent.

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What is the impact of poaching on elephant populations?

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Poaching reduces the number of elephants with tusks, leading to a higher proportion of tuskless elephants.

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How does tusklessness affect elephant behavior?

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Tuskless elephants may exhibit different foraging and social behaviors compared to tusked elephants.

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What is a genetic trait?

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A genetic trait is a characteristic that is passed from parents to offspring through genes.

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Can tusklessness be inherited?

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Yes, tusklessness can be inherited if the genetic trait is passed down from tuskless parents.