Songbird genome analysis reveals new insights into vocal behavior
Wednesday, March 31, 2010 - 17:49
in Biology & Nature
An international research consortium has identified more than 800 genes that appear to play a role in the male zebra finch's ability to learn elaborate songs from his father. The researchers also found evidence that song behavior engages complex gene regulatory networks within the brain of the songbird– networks that rely on parts of the genome once considered junk.
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