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Identifying parentage using molecular markers: improving accuracy of studbook records for a captive flock of marabou storks (Leptoptilos crumeniferus).
Zoo biology - 1 Jan 2000
Ferrie Gina M, Cohen Ocean R, Schutz Paul, Leighty Katherine A, Plasse Chelle, Bettinger Tammie L, Hoffman Eric A
Abstract excerpt
Extra-pair copulations (EPCs) leading to extra-pair fertilization (EPF) are common in avian mating systems, despite the prevalence of observed social monogamy in many species. Colonially breeding birds are interesting species to investigate the prevalence of EPCs and EPF because they show nesting habits including close proximity of nest sites and sexual partners, which are proposed to promote alternative...
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