Migratory songbirds are not likely to show fidelity to molting sites
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Vermivora hybrids help identify the genomic basis of plumage coloration
Wood warblers are among the most diverse and colorful songbirds in the Americas. Originally named “Lawrence’s” warblers, a hybrid type resembles Blue-winged warblers, but they have the distinctive black face mask and black throat patch that is unique to Golden-winged warblers.
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