Lost in translocation? How bird song could help save species
Tuesday, May 21, 2013 - 23:30
in Biology & Nature
Translocation – or moving animals to safer places – is a vital tool for saving species from extinction. Many factors influence the success of these new populations, including habitat quality, predators, capture and release techniques, the number and sex of individuals, and their genetic diversity. Now new research, the first of its kind suggests bird song could also be important.