Variation in mate competition favors phenotypic plasticity in male coloration of an African cichlid
R. J. Fialkowski, T. R. Funnell, T. J. Piefke, S. E. Border, P. M. Aufdemberge, H. A. Hartman, P. D. Dijkstra
This study shows that increased male competition in cichlid fish promotes phenotypic plasticity in coloration, with yellow males having competitive advantages but blue males being more attractive to females.
bioRxiv · Nov 15, 2022 · PreprintAnimal Behavior & Cognition