During the Spring,male Sage Grouse Gather in an Open Area

question 39

Multiple Choice

During the spring,male sage grouse gather in an open area and strut about,erecting their feathers in a fanlike display.They also make booming sounds using their inflated air sacs.The function of this dance is to

• A)imprint the younger male birds.
• B)frighten off smaller birds from the territory.
• C)select the showiest females and mate.
• D)attract the attention of females.

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