Korte, Rosa Jana (2023) The Use of Foreign Objects in Birds’ Nests. Bachelor's Thesis, Biology.
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Abstract
Birds nests play a critical role in parental care, providing protection for the eggs and nestlings against environmental stressors.Common materials found in bird habitats, such as leaves, feathers, and twigs, are commonly incorporated into the nest. However, what has drawn the attention of researchers is the incorporation of foreign objects into birds’ nests, particularly those of anthropogenic origin. In this thesis, I will explore the potential functions and underlying motives for the incorporation of foreign objects in birds’ nests. Jackdaws (Corvus monedula) within a colony in Haren, The Netherlands, were observed to incorporate white pieces of paper in their nest.By comprehensively analyzing previous research on the incorporation of foreign objects, my aim is to delve into the potential motivations behind this behavior in Jackdaws. The findings from various research papers suggest that the incorporation of foreign objects in bird nests can serve various purposes, including functional aspects related to nest construction and visual aspects associated with signaling. The use of foreign objects in nests are not mutually exclusive, suggesting that multiple factors may be applicable. While the discussed hypotheses provide valuable insights, further research is needed to unravel the exact motivations behind this intriguing behavior. Specifically, more in-depth investigations are necessary to determine the specific role of white pieces of paper in Jackdaw nests.
| Item Type: | Thesis (Bachelor's Thesis) |
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| Supervisor name: | Verhulst, S. |
| Degree programme: | Biology |
| Thesis type: | Bachelor's Thesis |
| Language: | English |
| Date Deposited: | 26 Jul 2023 08:00 |
| Last Modified: | 26 Jul 2023 08:00 |
| URI: | https://fse.studenttheses.ub.rug.nl/id/eprint/30918 |
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