The false statement among the given list is “Territoriality means holding space, while preemption means defending space.” The actual meaning of territoriality means, defending space in which exclusion of aggressive behaviour occurs, and preemption means holding space. Solution The false statement among the given list is “Territoriality means holding space, while preemption means defending space.” The actual meaning of territoriality means, defending space in which exclusion of aggressive behaviour occurs, and preemption means holding space..