A
lek is an aggregation of males that gather to engage in competitive displays that may entice visiting females who are surveying prospective partners for copulation. Leks are commonly formed before or during the
breeding season. A lekking species is defined by the following characteristics: male displays, strong female
mate choice, and the conferring of male indirect benefits. Although lekking is most prevalent among
avian species, lekking behavior is found in insects, amphibians, and mammals as well.