Sexual selection often produces
- Acheck_circle
Sexual dimorphism — distinct male/female phenotypes (e.g., elaborate male displays)
- B
Sexual reduction — diminished phenotypes in both sexes (e.g., loss of ornamentation across sexes)
- C
Sexual monomorphism — identical male/female phenotypes (e.g., uniform coloration in both sexes)
- D
Sexual conformity — convergent phenotypes between sexes (e.g., shared display behaviors)
Explanation
Female mate choice or male-male competition favors traits like showy plumage that may reduce survival but increase mating success (peacock tail).