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English
Life Sciences
Behavioral Sciences
Pierre Bize
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Open AccessHow to solve novel problems: the role of associative learning in problem-solving performance in wild great tits Parus major
Although problem-solving tasks are frequently used to assess innovative ability, the extent to which problem-solving performance reflects variation in cognitive skills has been rarely formally investigated. Us...
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Open AccessEvidence of phenotypic correlation between exploration activity and resting metabolic rate among populations across an elevation gradient in a small rodent species
Behavior and metabolism are frontline reactions to environmental challenges that can covary in their response through at least two mechanisms. First, natural selection can generate correlation in phenotype amo...
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Melanin-based colour polymorphism signals aggressive personality in nest and territory defence in the tawny owl (Strix aluco)
Nest and territory defence are risky and potentially dangerous behaviours. If the resolution of life history trade-offs differs between individuals, the level of defence may also vary among individuals. Becaus...
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Sexual selection in genetic colour-polymorphic species: a review of experimental studies and perspectives
Sexual selection theory has primarily focussed on the role of mating preferences for the best individuals in the evolution of condition-dependent ornaments, traits that signal absolute quality. Because the mos...
