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Birds of paradise are a family of tropical birds known for their striking sexual dimorphism. The males are famous for their elaborate, colorful plumage that combines with a variety of behaviors to attract females in their species for mating. Females choose the males based on their morphological and behavioral displays, providing an example of
False Alarm
An instance in which a warning signal indicates a threat or problem that does not actually exist.
Signal-Detection Theory
A framework describing how stimuli are detected under different conditions, emphasizing the role of decision-making amidst noise.
Hit
In information retrieval, the successful retrieval of relevant items in response to a query.
Light Purity
The degree to which a light source emits a single wavelength, influencing the color's vividness or saturation.
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