Bright coloration in birds makes them stand out to predators. In female birds that sit on the nest, bright coloration is rare. This is likely the result of

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Natural selection favors traits that increase an organism's chances of survival and reproduction. In the case of female birds, bright coloration would make them more visible to predators, which would reduce their chances of survival and reproduction. Therefore, natural selection has favored female birds with dull coloration, which makes them less visible to predators.

Bright Coloration in Birds Makes Them Stand Out to Predators