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Grao en Bioloxía
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  Ethology
   Contents
Topic Sub-topic
Part 1. Fundamental concepts of Ethology 1.1 Introduction and history of Ethology.
1.2 Proximate causes and ontogeny of behaviour
1.3 Evolution and adaptative value of behaviour
1.4 Group selection and kin selection
Part 2. Taking decissions 2.1 Optimality models in animal behaviour
2.2 Predation and anti-predator behaviour
2.3 Habitat selection. Dispersal, philopatry and territoriality
2.4 Orientation and migration
Part 3. Sex and behaviour 3.1 Sexual reproduction: costs and benefits
3.2 Ecology of mating systems
3.3 Sexual selection
3.4 Parental care
Part 4. Group living 4.1 Communication. Ecology and evolution of signals
4.2 Some aspects of social organization
4.3 Altruism and cooperation
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