Parental care refers to any form of behavior exhibited by parents that enhances the survival and well-being of their offspring. It can include activities such as feeding, protecting, and teaching.
Imagine parental care as a superhero cape worn by animal parents. Just like how superheroes protect and nurture others, animal parents provide support and guidance to their young ones.
Altricial offspring: Offspring that are born or hatched in an undeveloped state and require extensive parental care.
Precocial offspring: Offspring that are relatively mature and independent at birth or hatching, requiring less parental care.
Brood parasitism: A reproductive strategy where one species lays its eggs in the nest or care of another species, relying on them for parental care.
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