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Post-copulatory display in fulvous and black-bellied tree ducks

January 1, 1958

The courtship display of tree ducks has been characterized as simple, resembling that of the swan (Delacour, 'Waterfowl of the World', vol. 1, p. 32, London, 1954). However F. Finn ('Bird Behaviour', p. 262, London, 1919) called attention briefly to the fact that "there is frequently a marked display after, but not before, pairing, both parties executing a step-dance in the water with one wing held aloft." So far as we know, this curious display has not been described in detail nor pictured.

Publication Year 1958
Title Post-copulatory display in fulvous and black-bellied tree ducks
DOI 10.2307/4082073
Authors B. Meanley, A.G. Meanley
Publication Type Article
Publication Subtype Journal Article
Series Title The Auk
Index ID 5220393
Record Source USGS Publications Warehouse
USGS Organization Patuxent Wildlife Research Center