Aberrations in plumage coloration in birds

P J Guay; Dominique A Potvin; R W Robinson

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Aberrations in plumage coloration in birds

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Aberrations in plumage coloration in birds

P J Guay, Dominique A Potvin and R W Robinson

Australian Field Ornithology, Vol.29(1), pp.23-30

2012

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Abstract

Plumage aberrations are not uncommon in birds, but there is some confusion in the literature, especially in relation to albinos. Plumage aberrations in birds are better known in Europe and North America than in Australia, where, however, several reports have been published recently. In this paper, we review the various types and causes of plumage aberrations, focussing on those that arise from abnormal incorporation of pigments in growing feathers and thus result in aberrant coloration of the plumage.

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Title: Aberrations in plumage coloration in birds
Authors: P J Guay (Author) - Victoria University
Dominique A Potvin (Author) - University of Melbourne
R W Robinson (Author) - Victoria University
Publication details: Australian Field Ornithology, Vol.29(1), pp.23-30
Publisher: BirdLife Australia
Date published: 2012
ISSN: 1448-0107
Organisation Unit: School of Science and Engineering - Legacy; University of the Sunshine Coast, Queensland; School of Science, Technology and Engineering
Language: English
Record Identifier: 99450330102621
Output Type: Journal article

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