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What animals dance to attract a mate?

* Birds of paradise: Male birds of paradise perform elaborate dances to attract females. These dances can involve singing, jumping, and showing off their feathers.

* Peacocks: Male peacocks fan their tails to attract females. The tail feathers are colorful and iridescent, and they can be up to 5 feet long.

* Sage grouse: Male sage grouse perform a lek, which is a communal display to attract females. The males strut and puff their feathers, and they make a variety of sounds.

* Fireflies: Male fireflies flash their lights to attract females. The flashes are produced by a chemical reaction that takes place in the insect's abdomen.

* Anglerfish: Male anglerfish use a bioluminescent lure to attract females. The lure is a fleshy outgrowth that hangs from the fish's head.

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