Subtle Hints
It is traditionally the stallion pegasus who takes the initiative and
puts on a show to impress any potential mates during the spring where
instincts are at the highest. But a mare with a certain suitor in mind,
who has yet to make a move, might decide to break tradition and take
initiative to show the stallion that she could very well be interested
if he tried his luck. Like the stallion she can put on a show with
certain movements, or other such subtle hints like displaying her
plumage and wing span to prove herself to be a fit and healthy mate.
- ornithologist Department of Canterlot Research Institute