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unusual facts about eusocial



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Austroplatypus incompertus

In order for an animal to be considered eusocial, it must satisfy the three criteria defined by E. O. Wilson.

Inclusive fitness

Synalpheus regalis, a eusocial shrimp, also is an example of an organism that seeks to increase its inclusive fitness.

Kin selection

Synalpheus regalis is a eusocial shrimp that protects juveniles in the colony.

Velvet spider

Some species are nearly eusocial, lacking only a specialized caste system and a queen.


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