Sexual Dichromatism In Mediterranean Storm Petrels Hydrobates Pelagicus Melitensis

Albores-Barajas, Y.V., Massa, B., Griffiths, K. and Soldatini, C. (2010) Sexual Dichromatism In Mediterranean Storm Petrels Hydrobates Pelagicus Melitensis. Ardeola, 57(2), pp. 333-337.

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Abstract

Sexual dichromatism in mediterranean storm petrels Hydrobates pelagicus melitensis. We propose the use of a non-invasive technique for sexing the Mediterranean subspecies of the European storm petrel Hydrobates pelagicus melitensis. We found that this subspecies shows sexual dimorphism in rump band length and wing length. We found that storm petrels can be sexed using discriminant analysis and/or the product of wing length * rump band length. Fast and cheap sex identification methods can improve conservation programs and population studies of this species.

Item Type:Articles
Status:Published
Refereed:Yes
Glasgow Author(s) Enlighten ID:Griffiths, Mrs Kate
Authors: Albores-Barajas, Y.V., Massa, B., Griffiths, K., and Soldatini, C.
College/School:College of Medical Veterinary and Life Sciences
Journal Name:Ardeola
ISSN:0570-7358

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