Maternal Condition but Not Corticosterone Is Linked to Offspring Sex Ratio in a Passerine Bird
Maternal Condition but Not Corticosterone Is Linked to Offspring Sex Ratio in a Passerine Bird
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United States: Public Library of Science
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There is evidence of offspring sex ratio adjustment in a range of species, but the potential mechanisms remain largely unknown. Elevated maternal corticosterone (CORT) is associated with factors that can favour brood sex ratio adjustment, such as reduced maternal condition, food availability and partner attractiveness. Therefore, the steroid hormon...
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Maternal Condition but Not Corticosterone Is Linked to Offspring Sex Ratio in a Passerine Bird
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TN_cdi_plos_journals_1617220466
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https://devfeature-collection.sl.nsw.gov.au/record/TN_cdi_plos_journals_1617220466
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1932-6203
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1932-6203
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10.1371/journal.pone.0110858
