Maternal immunization increases nestling energy expenditure, immune function, and fledging success in a passerine bird
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DOI: 10.1242/bio.028803
Abstract: ABSTRACT Female birds transfer maternally derived antibodies (matAb) to their nestlings, via the egg yolk. These antibodies are thought to provide passive protection, and allow nestlings to avoid the costs associated with mounting an innate… read more here.
Keywords: immunized mothers; function fledging; function; immune function ... See more keywords