Seabirds' Suitability As A Mate Tied To Crest Size
Tuesday, April 21, 2009 - 19:21
in Biology & Nature
In at least one breed of northern seabird, the size of males' feather crests may be more than simple ornamentation. Crest size may be a physical indicator of a male crested auklet’s quality as a mate.
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