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Animal visual systems and the evolution of color patterns: Sensory processing illuminates signal evolution

Authors :
Endler, John A.
Westcott, David A.
Madden, Joah R.
Robson, Tim
Source :
Evolution. August, 2005, Vol. 59 Issue 8, 1795-1818
Publication Year :
2005

Abstract

The sensed color pattern evolution is examined using Australian bowerbirds. Bowerbirds provide an unusual opportunity to investigate how signals can evolve as their colors include both plumage and a constructed bower.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00143820
Volume :
59
Issue :
8
Database :
Gale General OneFile
Journal :
Evolution
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
edsgcl.139617902