Allometry of egg and hatchling mass in birds and reptiles: roles of developmental maturity, eggshell structure and phylogeny

The factors determining hatchling mass (HM) are investigated in a wide range of birds and reptiles using regression analysis, analysis of covariance and comparative analysis by independent contrasts. In birds, initial egg mass (IEM) at laying is the most important factor affecting HM and phylogeneti...

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Veröffentlicht in:	Journal of zoology (1987) 2007-01, Vol.271 (1), p.78-87
Hauptverfasser:	Deeming, D. C., Birchard, G. F.
Format:	Artikel
Sprache:	eng
Schlagworte:	allometry Aves bird Birds egg mass Eggs eggshell hatchling mass phylogeny Regression analysis reptile Reptiles & amphibians
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