The effects of red-winged blackbirds (Agelaius phoeniceus L.) on biomass production of corn grains (Zea mays L.).

Published online
01 Jan 1976
Content type
Journal article
Journal title
Journal of Applied Ecology
DOI
10.2307/2402084

Author(s)
Dyer, M. I.

Publication language
English
Location
USA & Colorado

Abstract

Feeding of A. phoeniceus on maize ears did not always result in crop loss because feeding on the tips of the ears, if not too severe, could stimulate extra growth. A model showing this relationship is presented.

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