In Guppy Courtship, the Unusual Male Wins (IMAGE) Florida State University Caption FSU Professor of Biological Science Kimberly Hughes and postdoctoral researcher Mitchel Daniel explain why it is that female guppies choose the flashiest, most interesting looking mates. Credit Bruce Palmer/FSU Photography Services Usage Restrictions None License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.