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Question 16

In many mammal species, such as red deer, a single male can mate with multiple females during the breeding season.

Suggest why a high survival rate in female red deer is more important for the long-term survival of the population than a high survival rate in male red deer.

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Ecosystems, interdependence and field sampling

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Question 16

In many mammal species, such as red deer, a single male can mate with multiple females during the breeding season.

Suggest why a high survival rate in female red deer is more important for the long-term survival of the population than a high survival rate in male red deer.

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Ecosystems, interdependence and field sampling

Question 16

Ecosystems, interdependence and field sampling Questions

Ecosystems, interdependence and field sampling

Question 16

Ecosystems, interdependence and field sampling Questions