Elaborate bird plumage due to testosterone?
Friday, October 21, 2011 - 22:30
in Biology & Nature
In many bird species males have a more elaborate plumage than females. This elaborate plumage is often used to signal body condition, to intimidate rivals or to attract potential mates. In many cases plumage colouration also depends on the hormone testosterone. Researchers have now investigated whether this also holds true for sex role-reversed bird species.