Female hummingbirds avoid harassment by looking 'flashy'

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Female hummingbirds avoid 'aggressive sex' from males by making themselves look flashy

As juveniles, both male and female white-necked jacobins have flashy plumage. Males keep this colourful display into adulthood while the females grow duller.

 

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