The Role of Song Phonology and Syntax in Vocal Learning Preferences in the Song Sparrow, Melospiza melodia

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Accuracy of song syntax learning and singing consistency signal early condition in zebra finches (2008, background): “…to the tutees in the pairwise design was more difficult to learn or to produce for the birds from large broods, the question arises whether the element structure and the organization of the elements within the song may influence the choice of model to be copied (Marler and Peters 1977, 1988).”