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Male mosquitofish that perform better at problem-solving have a higher chance of mating, research shows

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Australian National University scientists say male mosquitofish possess impressive problem-solving skills and can successfully navigate mazes and other tests.

Males that perform better have a higher chance of mating.

Scientists measured the intelligence of the male mosquitoofish by putting them through a series of underwater tests.

They found smarter males who successfully navigated the underwater tests mated with more females and produced more offspring.

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