Mating systems, philopatry and dispersal in birds and mammals
Abstract
Many species of birds and mammals are faithful to their natal and breeding site or group. In most of them one sex is more philopatric than the other. In birds it is usually females which disperse more than males; in mammals it is usually males which disperse more than females. Reproductive enhancement through increased access to mates or resources and the avoidance of inbreeding are important in promoting sex differences in dispersal. It is...
Paper Details
Title
Mating systems, philopatry and dispersal in birds and mammals
Published Date
Nov 1, 1980
Journal
Volume
28
Issue
4
Pages
1140 - 1162
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