Plumage variation and dominance in captive female red-winged blackbirds

K. E. Muma; P. J. Weatherhead

doi:10.1139/z91-008

Plumage variation and dominance in captive female red-winged blackbirds

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No correlation was found in Agelaius phoeniceus between natural plumage variation (brightness of epaulette or chin plumage) and dominance in control groups, although dominant females were heavier and in better condition. Brightening an individual's plumage had no consistent effect on dominance status. -from Authors

Original language	English (US)
Pages (from-to)	49-54
Number of pages	6
Journal	Canadian journal of zoology
Volume	69
Issue number	1
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1139/z91-008
State	Published - Jan 1 1991
Externally published	Yes

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