Sexual reproduction in the Animal Kingdom.

To survive and reproduce, all living organisms must adjust to conditions imposed on them by their environments. An organism's environment includes everything impinging upon it, as well as everything that is affected by that organism. Conformity between an organism and its environment constitutes what biologists call adaptation.

TASK 1
You have been asked to investigate the unusual reproductive habits of Emperor penguins. Find out about the difficult conditions in which they reproduce. Include the following:
• Describe their habitat conditions.
• Is this external, or internal fertilization? Why do you thing they carry out this type of fertilization?
• When do Emperor penguins reproduce?
• Do they make nests? Why?
• Who has the easier job, the male or the female?

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TASK 2
Imagine you are a fish. One of your best friends is a male anglerfish. He has just met the female anglerfish of his dreams. Tell him what to expect on his honeymoon. Explain what is so unusual about reproduction in anglerfish.

• Describe their habitat conditions.
• Is this sexual, or asexual reproduction?
• Why do you thing they carry out this type of reproduction?

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