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In many populations of this species the females are polymorphic; i.e., a number of
different types (morphs) of coloration are ... The presence of polymorphism,
coupled with the ability of the lepidopterist to breed and rear this species in the ...
In many populations of this species the females are polymorphic; i.e., a number of
different types (morphs) of coloration are ... The presence of polymorphism,
coupled with the ability of the lepidopterist to breed and rear this species in the ...
Page 148
Each species of whydah parasitizes a single species of estrildid finch (Estrildidae
). In this case, egg colour does not seem to be a factor in acceptance of the
parasite's egg, because both groups have pure white eggs. It has been argued
that ...
Each species of whydah parasitizes a single species of estrildid finch (Estrildidae
). In this case, egg colour does not seem to be a factor in acceptance of the
parasite's egg, because both groups have pure white eggs. It has been argued
that ...
Page 303
number of deep-sea species are known, and a significant snail fauna is
associated with hydrothermal vents. Most marine species have relatively large
ranges. Freshwater snails are common in ponds, streams, marshes, and lakes.
Usually only ...
number of deep-sea species are known, and a significant snail fauna is
associated with hydrothermal vents. Most marine species have relatively large
ranges. Freshwater snails are common in ponds, streams, marshes, and lakes.
Usually only ...
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| Title | The New Encyclopaedia Britannica |
| Author | Encyclopaedia Britannica, inc |
| Edition | 15 |
| Publisher | Encyclopaedia Britannica, 1997 |
| ISBN | 0852296339, 9780852296332 |
| Length | 1026 pages |
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