SSC
BIOLOGY
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Question
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At night, moths travel toward light. Which type of behavior does this describe?
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habituation
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imprinting
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innate behavior
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learned behavior
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Most nocturnally active moths are attracted to light, a phenomenon known as positive phototaxis .
Detailed explanation-2: -Flight and mating habits are considered innate behaviors. You have probably seen a clear example of innate insect behavior called the dorsal light reaction. Flying insects will sense the direction of light coming from the sun and fly in a way that keeps the sun overhead, or on their dorsal side.
Detailed explanation-3: -Instinct, imprinting, conditioning, and imitation are the four types of animal behavior.
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