Observation on behavior of adult oriental white stork in nesting period |
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| Authors: | Han Xiaodong Wu Zhigang Tian Fengming Sun Fa |
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| Affiliation: | (1) Jilin Academy of Forestry Sciences, 130117 Changchun, P.R. China;(2) Momoge National Natural Reserve, 137300 Zhenlai County Jilin, P.R. China |
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| Abstract: | Based on the field observation on the parental behavior of Oriental White Stork (Ciconia boyciana)during their brooding period, this paper describes the breeding style, feeding behavior, water chicks, protect chicks,etc. A Ritual" behavior--Culmen Knocking/bill clattering" was observed and which is divided into three styles with deferent meanings. This behavior plays an important role during this season. |
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| Keywords: | Oriental White Stork Parent Brooding period Behavior Ritual Culmen knocking/bill clattering |
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