Long-tailed Widowbird
- Score
- 1
- Family
- Ploceidae
- Tail Shape
- long
- Wing Shape
- pointed
Why it matters
The long-tailed widowbird is a remarkable specimen of sexual selection, as males possess exceptionally long, pointed tail feathers that can reach twice their body length during the breeding season. While these extravagant plumes serve to attract mates, they also represent a significant evolutionary trade-off by making flight more difficult and energy-intensive for the birds.
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