Question

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1. ally sees a photograph of a macaroni penguin that lives in south georgia, a sub-antarctic island. she reads more about these penguins and learns that they mate for life. she knows that not all animals mate for life and that there are various combinations of mating systems. describe two of the mating systems, and explain why different systems exist.

Explanation:

Monogamy: One male mates with one female. It can ensure care for offspring. Polygyny: One male mates with multiple females. It may be due to male's ability to defend resources. Different systems exist as they are adaptations to environmental factors (like resource availability), offspring - care needs, and reproductive strategies (to maximize genetic spread or ensure offspring survival).

Answer:

Monogamy: One - male - one - female, aids offspring care. Polygyny: One - male - multiple - females, related to resource defense. Different systems are adaptations to environment, offspring needs, and reproductive goals.