Video: Scientists Decode Songbird Genome
Friday, April 2, 2010 - 18:28
in Biology & Nature
Scientists identified over 800 genes linked to how the Zebra Finch learns to sing. By studying the bird's singing genes, scientists hope to uncover more about human speaking disorders. Katie Couric reports.
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