VSci Chap. 1 - Introduction to Ethology

What is the primary focus of ethology?

• Study of animal anatomy

• Analysis of animal diets

• Research on animal habitats

• Scientific study of animal behavior

Who is known for his work on imprinting and instinctive behavior in animals?

• Nikolaas Tinbergen

• Charles Darwin

• Konrad Lorenz

• Karl Von Frisch

What are the four fundamental questions proposed by Nikolaas Tinbergen?

• Behavior, Environment, Genetics, Survival

• Causation, Ontogeny, Evolution, Function

• Habitat, Diet, Social Structure, Reproduction

• Instinct, Learning, Adaptation, Communication

What does the proximate cause of behavior refer to?

• The social implications of the behavior

• The historical development of the behavior

• The evolutionary significance of the behavior

• The immediate reason or cause of the behavior

What is an ethogram?

• A type of animal habitat

• A detailed catalogue of species-specific behavior

• A method of animal training

• A classification of animal diets

Which of the following is an example of innate behavior?

• A bird migrating south for the winter

• A dog learning to fetch a ball

• A dolphin performing tricks

• A cat playing with a toy

What is the role of communication in ethology?

• To use signals for interaction between animals

• To find food sources

• To interact with the environment

• To establish dominance hierarchies

Which factor is NOT a determinant of behavior according to the text?

• Natural Selection

• Genetics

• Cultural Influence

• Environment

What does 'fitness' refer to in the context of ethology?

• The strength of an animal

• Reproductive success and ability to leave progeny

• The ability to adapt to new environments

• The physical health of an animal

What is the significance of studying animal behavior in natural habitats?

• To train animals for human use

• To observe interactions with the environment and other animals

• To classify species

• To understand animal diets