epigamic

[ ep-i-gam-ik ]

Phonetic (Standard)IPA

adjective

, Zoology.

epigamic

/ ˌɛpɪˈɡæmɪk /

First recorded in 1885–90; from Greek epígam(os) “marriageable” ( epi-, -gamous ) + -ic

A dummy Bell Vireo elicited both agonistic and epigamic behavior from nesting pairs, depending on the phase of the nesting cycle.

A marked similarity will be detected between certain basic elements of aggressive and epigamic displays.

April 18, 2024petrichor

[pet-ri-kawr]

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