Ethological & Evolutionary Explanations (AQA A-Level Psychology): Flashcards

Scientific study of animal behaviour in natural environments

Konrad Lorenz

Biological structure activated by stimulus that triggers FAP

Stereotyped pre-programmed behaviours triggered by IRM

Territorial dispersal & dominance hierarchies

Signalling behaviours (displays, teeth baring) limiting harm

Red spot triggered stickleback aggression regardless of shape

Low-activity variant correlates with aggressive behaviour

Learned social norms governing responses to perceived threats

Four-year war showed lethal violence despite appeasement signals