During mating season, male guppies either will woo females with their shiny coats or they will harass the smaller females into mating by using nipping and chasing behaviors. Earlier research found ...

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. -- When it comes to choosing a mate, female guppies often go for the mates with the flashiest, most interesting color patterns. But why is that? Turns out, it's all about psychology.

A new study has found that female guppies are also plagued by unwanted male gaze. They are so plagued by male guppy sexual harassment, according to the new research, that they become better swimmers ...

When it comes to finding a mate, male guppies rely on their brothers to ward off the competition. For male Trinidad Guppies applies: if you are hungry, seek female company. A recent study led by ...

Male guppies have an extraordinary diversity of colors. They found that the more colorful males were up to two times more sexually active, performing for females for longer periods of time and at a ...

We've seen in our simulations that the more brightly colored a male guppy is, the more likely he will be seen -- and eaten -- by a predator. In a simulation or in the wild, where predators are ...

A variety of animals have male-specific ornament traits and these ornaments are favored by female choice. Which male traits are preferred by females often varies among females. Genetic mechanisms that ...

In a new study, researchers found that female guppies often choose a mate that physically stands out from the rest of the pack because of a common type of learning called habituation. Through ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. For guppies (Poecilia reticulata) getting ready to mate, the color ...