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Dr. Michelle Beck
My research interests focus on how variation in ecological factors influences the physiology and behavior of vertebrates, especially songbirds. I am particularly interested in plumage coloration in male and female songbirds and physiological mechanisms that link coloration to reproductive behaviors such as parental care and aggression. Second, I am interested in how anthropogenic environmental change can influence avian physiology, behavior, and ultimately fitness.
Moving to Rivier University
Fall 2017
Completed a successful song sparrow field season
NEWS
Beeswax CORT implants mansucript published
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The latest avian fun...
Plumage coloration and aggression in tree swallows
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