Which of the following is NOT true regarding

guppies of the species Poecilia reticulata?
a. Males are generally smaller than the females.
b. Males are more brightly colored than the
females.
c. Males continue growing after reaching sexual
maturity.
d. The male’s colors serve as visual signals for
mating.
e. They have complex mating rituals.


Answer: c

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