Dispersal of Seeds by Animals
Introduction
1.1 Importance of seed dispersal
1.2 Methods of seed dispersal
Section 1: Primary Seed Dispersers
1.1 Definition
1.2 Examples of primary seed dispersers
Section 2: Secondary Seed Dispersers
2.1 Definition
2.2 Importance of secondary seed dispersers
Section 3: Mechanisms of Seed Dispersal by Animals
3.1 Importance of seed dispersal by animals
3.2 Advantages and disadvantages of seed dispersal by animals
3.3 Types of seed dispersal mechanisms by animals
a. Endozoochory
b. Epizoochory
c. Scatter-hoarding
Section 4: Co-evolution of Plants and Seed Dispersers
4.1 Evolutionary reasons for seed dispersal mechanisms
4.2 Examples of co-evolution between plants and seed dispersers
Section 5: Impact of Human Activities on Seed Dispersal
5.1 Negative effects on seed dispersal by animals
5.2 Examples of human activities affecting seed dispersal
Conclusion
Summary of the importance of seed dispersal by animals and the various mechanisms involved. Discuss the need for conservation efforts to protect seed dispersers and maintain biodiversity.
