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Major histocompatibility complex class II compatibility, but not class I, predicts mate choice in a bird with highly developed olfaction.

Proceedings. Biological sciences - 7 Nov 2012

Strandh Maria, Westerdahl Helena, Pontarp Mikael, Canbäck Björn, Dubois Marie-Pierre, Miquel Christian, Taberlet Pierre, Bonadonna Francesco

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Mate choice for major histocompatibility complex (MHC) compatibility has been found in several taxa, although rarely in birds. MHC is a crucial component in adaptive immunity and by choosing an MHC-dissimilar partner, heterozygosity and potentially broad pathogen resistance is maximized in the offspring. The MHC genotype influences odour cues and preferences in mammals and fish and hence olfactory-based mate...

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PMID: 22951737
DOI: 10.1098/rspb.2012.1562
PMCID: PMC3479804

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