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. 2014 May 19;24(10):R388-90.
doi: 10.1016/j.cub.2014.04.016.

Evolution: predator versus parasite

Martin Stevens  1
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Evolution: predator versus parasite

Martin Stevens. Curr Biol. .
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Abstract

Both predators and brood parasites can be major threats to the reproduction of many birds. A new study shows that some cuckoo chicks can help deter nest predators, potentially improving host reproductive success when predation risks are high.

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