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/ˈkʌɪɹə(ʊ)məʊn/ · kai·ro·mo·ne
noun
- Any substance produced by an individual of one species that benefits the recipient which is of a different species but is harmful to the producer. The scent of a female butterfly serves as a kairomone for male butterflies, attracting them to potential mates.
noun
- A chemical signal that elicits a specific response in a different species. The pheromone released by a female mouse acts as a kairomone for male mice, signaling reproductive readiness.
Did you know? Kairomones play a crucial role in the complex communication networks of many species, influencing behavior, mating, and territoriality.