Ologies with Alie Ward Behavioral Ecology (REPRODUCTIVE TRADEOFFS) with Amy Worthington
May 21, 2019
Discover the intriguing world of behavioral ecology with insights into reproductive trade-offs, cricket mating habits, and parasitic manipulation. Explore the dynamics of sperm storage in insects, encounters with house crickets, and the intersection of human behavioral ecology with cultural and economic factors. Delve into the fascinating emergence of horsehair worms from crickets and the joys of mentoring young insect researchers.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Exploring Behavioral Ecology Through Cricket Sex and Parasitic Manipulation
02:00 • 9min
Parasitic Manipulation and Reproductive Strategies in Crickets
11:01 • 19min
Intricate Sperm Storage in Female Insects and Charity Donation Mentioned
29:32 • 2min
Sponsorship Highlights: Therapy and Nursery Options
31:54 • 4min
Dealing with House Crickets and Field Research Encounters
35:53 • 3min
Exploring the Fascinating World of Behavioral Ecology
38:33 • 12min
Fascination with Emergence of Horsehair Worms from Crickets and Personal Anecdote
50:13 • 4min