ANIMAL BEHAVIOR
SOCIAL BEHAVIOR
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large, bright feathers
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small, dull feathers
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Detailed explanation-1: -The classic example of mate choice is a peacock’s tail. Peahens prefer peacocks with large and colourful tails, so those peacocks get to mate more frequently and have more offspring. The male peachicks will inherit the genes for a long and colourful tail from their father and so will have a similar tail.
Detailed explanation-2: -Marion Petrie, working with peacocks, found that peahens choose their mates by the size and shape of his tail. This makes sense in evolutionary terms–the largest tail would indicate a healthy bird and a better chance for healthy offspring.
Detailed explanation-3: -According to Sciencing.com, peacocks are polygynous birds, which means they mate with several peahens during the mating season, though the green peafowls have shown signs of monogamy in captivity. The peacock apparently also uses the act of copulation to attract other females.
Detailed explanation-4: -Male vs Female Peacocks: Feathers and Coloring A male peacock is entirely green or blue in color, while female peacocks are found in more muted tones, such as cream, brown, and tan. The main way you will recognize a male peacock from a female peacock is through their feathers and colorings.