Articles for tag: avian reproduction, bird monogamy, chick survival, mate-switching, Seychelles warblers

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Mate Switching in Seychelles Warblers: Does It Really Matter for Chicks?

April Joy Jovita

A long-term study of Seychelles warblers has challenged the assumption that stable pair bonds improve chick survival. Researchers found that mate-switching among these birds had no measurable impact on offspring health, longevity, or reproductive success. The study suggests that Seychelles warblers may have evolved flexible reproductive strategies, allowing them to adapt socially without harming their ...