Sexual Segregation in Vertebrates

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Kathreen Ruckstuhl (University of Cambridge) Peter Neuhaus (University of Cambridge)

Sexual Segregation in Vertebrates

Kathreen Ruckstuhl (University of Cambridge), Peter Neuhaus (University of Cambridge)

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Cambridge University Press
17 February 2011

Evolution; Animal behaviour; Animal ecology; Zoology: Vertebrates

Males and females often differ in developmental patterns, adult morphology, ecology and behaviour, and in many mammals males are often larger. Size dimorphism results in divergent nutritional and energetic requirements or reproductive strategies by the sexes, which in turn sometimes causes them to select different forage, use different habitats, and express differing social affinities. Such divergent life-styles often lead males and females to live large parts of their lives separately. Sexual segregation is widespread in animals. Males and females may share the same habitat, but at different times, for example, or they might use different habitats entirely. Why did sexual segregation evolve and what factors contribute to it? Sexual Segregation in Vertebrates explores these questions by looking at a wide range of vertebrates and is aimed as a synthesis of our current understanding and a guide for future research.

Edited by: Kathreen Ruckstuhl (University of Cambridge), Peter Neuhaus (University of Cambridge)
Imprint: Cambridge University Press
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 229mm, Width: 152mm, Spine: 28mm
Weight: 730g
ISBN: 9780521184212
ISBN 10: 0521184215
Pages: 502
Publication Date: 17 February 2011
Audience: Professional and scholarly , Undergraduate
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Reviews for Sexual Segregation in Vertebrates

Â In addition to being a solid review, this first synthesis should serve to encourage discussion and promote further research in this area of behavioral ecology.Â --Choice