Investigating parental care behaviour in same-sex pairing of zoo greater flamingo (Phoenicopterus roseus)

Same-sex pair bonds have been documented in several animal species and they are widespread in birds. However, little is known about the evolutionary origin and the adaptive value of such behaviour. The aim of this study was to investigate the parental behaviour of four zoo female greater flamingos i...

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Main Authors: Barbara Regaiolli, Camillo Sandri, Paul E. Rose, Vittoria Vallarin, Caterina Spiezio
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: PeerJ Inc. 2018-07-01
Series:PeerJ
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Online Access:https://peerj.com/articles/5227.pdf