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Behavioural thermoregulation at mate encounter sites by male butterflies (Asterocampa leilia,...

Authors :
Rutowski, Ronald L.
Demlong, Michael J.
Source :
Animal Behaviour. Oct94, Vol. 48 Issue 4, p833. 9p. 3 Charts, 6 Graphs.
Publication Year :
1994

Abstract

Evaluates the impact of thermal environment on the behavior of male insects waiting for females at encounter sites. Courting and mating between male and female butterflies; Effects of body temperature on mating behavior; Examination of four characteristics of male perch preference, body orientation and posture changes.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00033472
Volume :
48
Issue :
4
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Animal Behaviour
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
9411290656
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1006/anbe.1994.1307