Taxonomy
New genus: Ovenbirds Asthenes spp
DNA sequencing reveals that Asthenes comprises two groups that are not sister taxa.
09/12/2010
Taxonomy
Analysis of avian DNA, biometrics and vocalisations add to our understanding of bird species all the time. We cover all the 'splits', lumps and discoveries.
Taxonomy
Relationships: Pheasants Phasianidae
An attempt to clarify pheasant taxonomic status looks at 15 genera in China.
09/12/2010
Taxonomy
Relationships: Crab Plover Dromas ardeola
Anatomical and molecular analyses of Crab Plover look at how the species is related to other waders.
09/12/2010
Taxonomy
Relationships: Long-tailed tits Aegithalidae
Genetic studies have looked at the long-tailed tit family.
09/12/2010
Taxonomy
Split infinity: new Nearctic species to come
The last decade has seen many familiar birds ‘split’ into separate species, as genetics and behaviour reveal previously under-appreciated...
15/06/2010
Taxonomy
Birds, Bats and DNA Barcodes: New Studies Reveal "Overlooked" Species
A DNA barcoding technique to explore existing taxonomy has revealed the discovery of previously unknown species.
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