Nest site selection during the second breeding attempt in Japanese tits (Parus minor): effects of nest site characteristics

Nest site selection during the second breeding attempt in Japanese tits (Parus minor): effects of nest site characteristics

Abstract Numerous investigations focusing on nest site selection among multiple-brooded bird species have revealed a common trend: breeders frequently return to their first nest sites for another brood during the same breeding season. This behavior suggests a strong preference for familiar locations...

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Main Authors: Xudong Li, Jiangping Yu, Li Zhang, Dake Yin, Keqin Zhang, Mingju E, Haitao Wang
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Nature Portfolio 2025-02-01
Series:Scientific Reports
Subjects:
Japanese tit
Second brood
Switch nest
Nest site characteristic
Nest site selection
Parus minor
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-025-87928-2
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