Why does diurnal mass change not appear to affect the flight performance of alarmed birds?

Article Abstract:

A study investigating the peculiar phenomenon of the stability in flying conditions of frightened great tits (Parus majoreven) even after gain of body mass during the day is presented.

Physiological aspects, Body weight, Great tit, Body weight changes, Alarm reaction, Fight or flight response (Psychophysiology)

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Animals can vary signal amplitude with receiver distance: evidence from zebra finch song

Article Abstract:

A study investigating the ability of the male zebra finches to increase the amplitude of their songs to communicate with females at far away distances is presented.

Acoustic properties, Animal vocalizations, Bird songs, Animal vocalization

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Effects of carotenoid supply on escape flight responses in zebra finches, Taeniopygia guttata

Article Abstract:

The impact of a carotenoid supplemented diet on the tendency of male zebra finch (Taeniopygia guttata) to free itself from captivity is studied.

Usage, Food and nutrition, Carotenoids, Escape behavior, Escape behaviour

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