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Condition-dependent traits as signals of the functionality of vital cellular processes.

Ecology letters - 1 Jul 2011

Hill Geoffrey E

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Condition is a nearly ubiquitous term in the behavioural, physiological and evolutionary ecology literature; however, existing definitions are incomplete or ambiguous. This poor conceptualization has led to confusion regarding what is being signalled by condition-dependent traits and how to interpret links between ornamentation and individual characteristics such as nutrient reserves, oxidative state and...

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PMID: 21518211
DOI: 10.1111/j.1461-0248.2011.01622.x

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