Scientists have come up with a new explanation for why female animals are usually less colorful and decorated than their male counterparts — they could be seeking to avoid sexual harassment. The reason for the relative drabness of many female animal species has long been a source of puzzlement, with various theories posited over the years. Males compete for the sexual attention of females, which need to be picky about their mates because in the animal kingdom they generally look after any resulting offspring.
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Wildlife trafficking ruins lives and threatens security and economies around the world. The illicit trade in wildlife products is predicated on the deaths of defenseless iconic animal species, many of which face extinction as a result of this rapidly growing enterprise — and its effects are felt far and wide. The scale of the problem has exploded in recent years, and policymakers are working to turn the tide before it’s too late.
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