NEET BIOLOGY

GENETICS AND EVOLUTION

EVOLUTION

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
The males of a bird species do a “dance” and “sing a song” each spring. What is the main purpose of these behaviors?
A
to scare off young birds
B
to imprint young birds
C
to clean their feathers
D
to attract female birds
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Courtship displays are a form of communication, enabling birds to signal their willingness to mate.

Detailed explanation-2: -In many species, the male alone will dance for his female while she observes his actions, while in other species, both partners interact with one another. Mistakes in the dance show inexperience, weakness, or hesitancy and would not likely lead to successful mating.

Detailed explanation-3: -Some male birds gather in leks, not unlike nightclubs, to dance in a group and invite curiosity from nearby females. Others perform feats of strength and endurance to prove their value. And in some species, males and females dance together to form a pair bond while putting on a show.

Detailed explanation-4: -Whether it’s with smooth dance moves or beautiful plumage, males go the extra mile to look good for females. ByAmelia Stymacks.

Detailed explanation-5: -Courtship behavior plays a key role in animal life by allowing both sexes to find a mate and thereafter proceed into a behavioral ritual that ends in successful copulation.

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