In the phalarope, or wadepiper bird, the male is unusual in playing the larger parenting role -- he performs all the egg incubation and chick care. What unusual behavior might you predict for the female of the species?
A. The female is part of a large harem of females, under the domain of a single male.
B. The female provides sperm to fertilize the male's eggs.
C. The females have dull, brown coloring that keeps them well-camouflaged.
D. The females compete to mate with the males, who choose among them.
Answer: D
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