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Phone

250-828-5428

Email

mreudink@tru.ca

Links

www.mattreudink.com

Dr. Matt Reudink

Professor

Faculty of Science
Biological Sciences

Summary

I study the ecology and evolution of migratory birds, with an emphasis on sexual selection, mate choice, and ornamental plumage colouration. I also study population declines and long-term trends in migratory birds, as well as movement patterns and the effects of urbanization on bird populations.

Expertise, interests and research

  Birds    Biology    Conservation    Evolution

Languages

English


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