Which type of species of animal is most likely to engage in polyandry?
A) Species where the female has a shorter gestational period.
B) Species where the females are physically larger than the males.
C) Species where the female has multiple sets of reproductive organs.
D) Species where the male has greater success at impregnating a female with less mating attempts.

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In species where the female has a shorter gestational period, it may be advantageous for her to mate with multiple males to increase the genetic diversity of her offspring and reduce the risk of inbreeding. This is because she can mate with multiple males over a shorter period of time without risking the health of her offspring.

Which Type of Species of Animal Is Most Likely to Engage