Diel and seasonal patterns of variation in the singing behaviour of Savannah Sparrows (Passerculus sandwichensis)

Diel and seasonal patterns of variation in the singing behaviour of Savannah Sparrows (Passerculus sandwichensis)

Abstract Background The vocalizations of birds are dynamic traits that often vary in output with time of day and time of year. By quantifying patterns of diel and seasonal variation in vocal output, we can gain insight into the ecology and evolution of birds and the function of their vocalizations....

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Main Authors: Ines G. Moran, Katrina C. Lukianchuk, Stéphanie. M. Doucet, Amy E. M. Newman, Heather Williams, D. Ryan Norris, Daniel J. Mennill
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2019-07-01
Series:Avian Research
Subjects:
Bird song
Breeding activities
Circadian rhythms
Seasonal variation in song
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s40657-019-0165-6

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