Experimental evidence for sibling recognition in Common Terns (Sterna hirundo)
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Abstract
Young Common Terns (<i>Sterna hirundo</i>) did not respond preferentially to calls of siblings at 8 and 9 days of age, but did so by 12 days of age. In experiments with and without visual isolation, and with use of playback, we demonstrated a tendency to approach sibling begging calls. This differential response indicated sibling-recognition occurred, was based on experience, and involved vocal cues.
Publication type | Article |
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Publication Subtype | Journal Article |
Title | Experimental evidence for sibling recognition in Common Terns (Sterna hirundo) |
Series title | The Auk |
Volume | 105 |
Issue | 1 |
Year Published | 1988 |
Language | English |
Publisher | American Ornithological Society |
Contributing office(s) | Western Ecological Research Center |
Description | 7 p. |
First page | 142 |
Last page | 148 |
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