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Close encounters of the three morphs: Does color affect aggression in a polymorphic lizard?

Aggressive behavior - 1 Jul 2021

Scali Stefano, Mangiacotti Marco, Sacchi Roberto, Coladonato Alan Jioele, Falaschi Mattia, Saviano Luca, Rampoldi Marina Giulia, Crozi Matteo, Perotti Cesare, Zucca Francesco, Gozzo Elisabetta, Zuffi Marco Alberto Luca

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Color polymorphism is genetically controlled, and the process generating and maintaining morphs can affect speciation/extinction rates. Color badges are useful signals in intraspecific communication because they convey information about alternative strategies and can potentially decrease unnecessary conflicts among different color morphs. Competition and aggressive interactions among color morphs can contribute...

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Aggression
Animals
Color
Lizards
Male
Phenotype
Pigmentation

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PMID: 33682154
DOI: 10.1002/ab.21961

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