Vibrational communication
- Pronunciation
- /vi-bra-sha-nal kuh-myoo-nuh-kay-shun/
- Category
- Behavior
- Plural
- Vibrational communications
Definition
A form of communication used by insects and other arthropods to transmit information through physical vibrations transmitted via a substrate, such as plants or soil.
Etymology
From Latin 'vibratio', meaning 'vibration', and 'communicare', meaning 'to share'.
Example
Many insects use vibrational communication to attract mates, defend territories, or signal danger.
Related Terms
- Stridulation
- Plant-borne vibrations
- Substrate-borne vibrations
Usage Notes
Vibrational communication relies on the physical properties of the substrate and the frequency range of the signals produced by the insect.