D. Farine

Machine learning reveals cryptic dialects that guide mate choice in a songbird

This study uses machine learning to uncover hidden song dialects in zebra finches that influence mate choice, showing cultural transmission drives assortative mating.

Season-specific carry-over of early-life associations in a monogamous bird species

This study shows that early-life social relationships in barnacle geese persist into adulthood, with seasonal variations and male aggression influencing association persistence.

Spurious inference when comparing networks

The paper shows that improper statistical testing when comparing networks can lead to false positives and suggests using null models to reduce them.

Challenges in assessing the roles of nepotism and reciprocity in cooperation networks

The paper develops a resampling method to assess the statistical power of detecting nepotism and reciprocity in cooperation networks using simulated and empirical data.

An automated barcode tracking system for behavioural studies in birds

This paper describes an automated barcode tracking system for monitoring bird behavior, demonstrating its reliability, affordability, and ability to capture long-term behavioral data.

Association Indices For Quantifying Social Relationships: How To Deal With Missing Observations Of Individuals Or Groups

The paper develops calibrated association indices for social network analysis in animals to handle missing observations and provides an R package for implementation.