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. 2003 Mar 22;270(1515):577-82.
doi: 10.1098/rspb.2002.2293.

Dancing for a decision: a matrix model for nest-site choice by honeybees

Mary R Myerscough  1
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Dancing for a decision: a matrix model for nest-site choice by honeybees

Mary R Myerscough. Proc Biol Sci. .

Abstract

A mathematical model is formulated for decision making by honeybees during nest-site choice, using a population matrix model. This model explains how the observed dynamics of the nest-site scouts' dancing can reliably lead to a choice of the best nest site available.

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