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Nest defense and parental investment in Song Sparrows (Melospiza melodia)

Authors :
Morrell, N.
Johnson, K.M.
Tarwater, C.E.
Arcese, P.
Source :
Canadian Journal of Zoology. July, 2016, Vol. 94 Issue 7, p473, 5 p.
Publication Year :
2016

Abstract

Abstract: Individual variation in nest defense behaviour is common in altricial birds, but despite clear predictions about why such variation exists, there is no consensus on its causes. We tested [...]

Subjects

Subjects :
Nest building -- Research
Animal familial behavior -- Research
Zoological research
Song sparrow -- Behavior
Zoology and wildlife conservation

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00084301
Volume :
94
Issue :
7
Database :
Gale General OneFile
Journal :
Canadian Journal of Zoology
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
edsgcl.459022610
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1139/cjz-2016-0042
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