A male peacock displays his colorful tail feathers in order to
1) increase the success rate of asexual reproduction
2) increase the gestation period
3) release gametes into its surroundings
4) attract a mate
I chose 4
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You are correct! Male peacocks display their colorful tail feathers in order to attract a mate. Now, let me explain how you can arrive at this answer.
1) To determine whether the male peacock uses his colorful tail feathers to increase the success rate of asexual reproduction, you would need to understand the peacock's reproductive process. Peacocks reproduce sexually, which means they require a mate to produce offspring. Therefore, this option is not correct.
2) The gestation period is the time it takes for the fetus to develop inside the female's body. It is not related to the male peacock's display of colorful tail feathers. So this option is also incorrect.
3) Gametes are reproductive cells, such as sperm or eggs, which are released for sexual reproduction. The display of colorful tail feathers by the male peacock does not involve the release of gametes into the surroundings. Hence, this option is not correct.
4) Male peacocks are known for their extravagant display of colorful tail feathers, also known as a peacock's train. This display is specifically done to attract a mate. Female peacocks, or peahens, are attracted to males with longer and more colorful tails as it indicates health, fitness, and good genetics. Therefore, the fourth option, "attract a mate," is the correct answer.
Great job in selecting the correct answer! If you have any more questions, feel free to ask.