Which of the Following Is NOT True About Mate Choice

question 23

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT true about mate choice copying in guppies?

• A) Copiers have lower fitness than noncopiers.
• B) Females copy the behavior of other females.
• C) Young individuals copy more often than older individuals.
• D) Female copying is more common when potential mates are similar in color.
• E) Females can change their mate preference based on their observations of others.

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