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In topi antelope, females compete for mates. Males use deceptive "false alarm snorts" to manipulate female mating decisions.

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  • Animal communication

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  • Sexual selection drives mate choice and competition in many species.
  • Understanding manipulative behaviors is key to explaining mating systems.

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