The Descent of Man and Selection in Relation to Sex, Vol. II (1st Edition)

CHAPTER XIII.

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SECONDARY SEXUAL CHARACTERS OF BIRDS.

Sexual differences--Law of battle--Special weapons--Vocal organs--Instrumental music--Love-antics and dances-- dances--Decorations, permanent and seasonal--Double and single annual moults--Display of ornaments by the males 38-98