Article ID Journal Published Year Pages File Type
10970938 Animal Behaviour 2012 9 Pages PDF
Abstract
► Zebra finches are a model species for behaviour but are rarely studied in the wild. ► We investigated male song and reproductive success in a wild zebra finch population. ► Principal components of father's song predicted hatching and fledging success. ► Analysis suggests this reflects indirect benefits provided by the male, not indirect effects. ► Wild males sang longer songs with a higher peak frequency than domesticated males.
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