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Biology

Nest Building and Parental Care in Monogamous Bird Species

Quick fact

In some monogamous bird species, such as the blue tit, nest quality is so essential that a male’s building effort can influence the female’s investment in eggs and even the number of chicks that fledge.

Why this is interesting

You’ve probably seen a bird carrying twigs to a tree, but did you know that this simple act can determine the success of its entire family? How does a simple nest become a life-or-death project for a bird couple?