Sex ratios: human twins and fraternal effects.
Historical data from Finnish populations reveals that, for females, exposure to a male twin in the womb may have significant, life-long, effects on subsequent fitness, with profound implications for the evolution of sex ratios and brood size.
Main Authors: | Knowles, S, Sheldon, B |
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Format: | Journal article |
Language: | English |
Published: |
2007
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