Abstract
A preference for mating with similar individuals can have a key role in speciation. Research on Darwin’s finches suggests that individuals might use the likeness of their parents as a guide for choosing mates.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 196-197 |
Number of pages | 2 |
Journal | Nature |
Volume | 564 |
Issue number | 7735 |
DOIs |
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Publication status | Published - 13 Dec 2018 |
Keywords
- Animal behaviour
- Evolution
Profiles
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Tracey Chapman
- School of Biological Sciences - Professor of Evolutionary Genetics
- Centre for Ecology, Evolution and Conservation - Member
- Organisms and the Environment - Member
Person: Research Group Member, Research Centre Member, Academic, Teaching & Research