40 pairs
60%
20%
50%
80%
50%
50%
0%
Biparental
0%
Female Only
0%
Male Only
0%
Desertion
Sexual Conflict: Parents negotiate care levels. ESS depends on care benefits vs. remating costs. Partial compensation when partner reduces effort stabilizes biparental care.

Pair Interactions

Care Strategy Evolution

Offspring Survival vs Total Care

ESS Landscape (Male vs Female Care)