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The influence of body size and prior residency on the outcome of male-male interactions of Marpissa marina , a New Zealand jumping spider (Araneae Salticidae).

Authors :
Jackson, R.R.
Cooper, K.J.
Source :
Ethology Ecology & Evolution; Feb1991, Vol. 3 Issue 1, p79-82, 4p
Publication Year :
1991

Abstract

In experiments, body size and prior residency at nests are shown to be factors that influence the outcome of male-male aggressive interactions of Marpissa marina, a New Zealand jumping spider. Away from nests, larger males tend to win, but at nests the occupant tends to win. Possible reasons for M. marina male-male conflict being settled by these rules are discussed. The larger question of why salticid males are aggressive is also discussed. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
03949370
Volume :
3
Issue :
1
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
Ethology Ecology & Evolution
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
76004739
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1080/08927014.1991.9525391