As time passes, one bird species evolves a beak that is more sharply pointed. This pointed beak shape makes it easier for the birds to catch small insects that could be concealed in cracks among the rocks. What is a reason for the change in the shape of the birds’ beaks?
- ABirds develop more pointed beaks as they search for insects in cracks in the rocks.
- BIndividuals with less pointed beaks are better fitted to their environment and more likely to survive.
- CIndividuals with more pointed beaks are better able to compete for food.
- DWhen reproducing, birds are more likely to seek out mates with less pointed beaks because these are better adapted.