Which one of the following examples describes a communication mode that would be best for signaling over the greatest distance in a dark, densely forested environment?

A. Flashing of a male firefly to attract conspecific females
B. Pheromones released by a female moth
C. Waggle dance of a honeybee in a colony within the forest
D. Territorial song of a male bird to repel other males
E. Display of plumage of a male bird to attract females


Answer: D

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