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How birds master courtship songs: Zebra finches shed light on brain circuits and learning
September 18, 2012 by NewsBot
By studying how birds master songs used in courtship, scientists have found that regions of the brain involved in planning and controlling complex vocal sequences may also be necessary for memorizing sounds that serve as models for vocal imitation.