Co-Operative Rearing in the Bell Miner
- 1 October 1970
- journal article
- research article
- Published by Taylor & Francis in Emu - Austral Ornithology
- Vol. 70 (4), 183-188
- https://doi.org/10.1071/mu970183
Abstract
A Bell Miner colony consists of distinct groups, each of which is probably a family originating from one mated pair. Growth and behaviour during the post-fledging period are described. Begging behaviour is subdued; there is no wing-fluttering. The food is mainly scale insects. Young are fed at a high rate, both by members of their own group and by neighbouring birds without young. Helping may be an adaptation to a widely varying climate. It is suggested that Skutch's view on the origin of helping may be correct.Keywords
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