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A male bird with long feathers may have a more difficult time flying, but is more likely to attract a mate. Which theory does this represent?neutral selectionnatural selectionsexual selectionkin selection

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In nature, there is more than natural selection, in this case even when in nature the environment does not favor this trait, there is a selective pressure exerted to preserve long feathers, and this is given by the potential mate, therefore we are talking of sexual selection.

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