In Earwigs, High Levels of Parental Care are Associated with Which

Question

In earwigs, high levels of parental care are associated with which of the following?
A) Low levels of testosterone
B) High levels of prolactin
C) Low levels of estradiol
D) High levels of luteinizing hormone
E) Low levels of juvenile hormone

Accepted Answer

Earwigs exhibit high levels of parental care, which is associated with low levels of juvenile hormone. Juvenile hormone is involved in the regulation of development, reproduction, and behavior in insects. Lower levels of this hormone in earwigs are linked to their increased parental investment, as it may influence behaviors such as nurturing and protecting their offspring.