Question

Explain Brood parasitism with the help of a suitable example.

Hint:

Brood parasitism benefits the parasitic species by reducing parental investment in offspring care.

Answer 1

Brood parasitism: A reproductive tactic where one species deposits its eggs within the nest of another species. Illustrative case: A cuckoo deposits eggs in crow nests, leading to cuckoo chicks outcompeting crow chicks for sustenance.