The Surprising Power of Sex in Evolution

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We all know Charles Darwin’s theory of evolution, right? Natural selection? But what about his lesser-know theory of evolution: sexual selection. Let’s talk about how animals like peacocks, whose eye-catching physical traits make them evolutionarily stronger even though their flashy looks make them more vulnerable to predators. Hint: it’s all about the chemistry.

References: https://sites.google.com/view/sexual-selection-sources/home

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