Divergent color signals from homologous unfeathered ornaments in two congeneric grouse

Abstract Color‐based visual signals are important aspects of communication throughout the animal kingdom. Individuals evaluate color to obtain information about age and condition and to behave accordingly. Birds display a variety of striking, conspicuous colors and make ideal subjects for the study...

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Main Authors: Geoffrey M. Gould, Gerald G. Carter, Jacqueline K. Augustine
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Wiley 2019-10-01
Series:Ecology and Evolution
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1002/ece3.5687