Subtle, but perceptible, sexual dichromatism and disassortative mating based on plumage reflectance in Black Terns (Chlidonias niger)
D. T. Baldassarre, K. M. Davis, D. A. Shealer
This study finds subtle sexual dichromatism and disassortative mating based on plumage reflectance in Black Terns, suggesting visual signals unrelated to body condition influence mate choice.
bioRxiv · Jan 11, 2024Animal Behavior & Cognition