Animal Communication and Behavior

The video explains how male animals use various signals to attract females, including groaning, making bubbles, and bellowing. These actions are enhanced by infrasound, which creates bubbles and causes water to spray from their backs. The height of the water spray can reach up to 30 inches. Such displays are competitive, with more spectacular performances increasing the chances of attracting a mate.

What are some ways males signal their interest to females?

• By changing colors

• By dancing

• By groaning, making bubbles, and bellowing

• By singing songs

What is infrasound?

• Sounds made by the wind

• Low-frequency sounds humans can't hear

• Sounds made by water currents

• High-frequency sounds

How are the bubbles created by males?

• By blowing air through their mouths

• By using their fins

• By vibrations deep in their lungs

• By splashing water

What effect do the intense vibrations have on the water?

• They cause water to spray into the air

• They change the water's color

• They calm the water

• They warm the water

Why is the display of water fountains important?

• It marks territory

• It scares away predators

• It helps in navigation

• It attracts potential mates