Effects of egg yolk testosterone on growth and immunity in a precocial bird.
In oviparous vertebrates, maternal steroid allocation to eggs can have important fitness consequences for the offspring. However, elevated testosterone levels are not only associated with beneficial postnatal effects, such as enhanced growth and high social status, but may also entail costs by suppr...
Main Authors: | Andersson, S, Uller, T, Lõhmus, M, Sundström, F |
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Format: | Journal article |
Language: | English |
Published: |
2004
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