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  • Animal Behavior
  • Comparative Psychology
  • Developmental Biology

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  • Individual differences in behavior (personality) are influenced by development, social context, and ecology.
  • Few comparative, longitudinal studies exist to examine these influences.
  • Social corvids, like ravens and crows, offer a model for studying personality development.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the role of development and social context on personality variation in common ravens and carrion crows.
  • To determine if behavioral consistency emerges later in development.
  • To assess if conspecific presence influences behavioral similarities.

Main Methods:

  • Two identically reared corvid species (common ravens and carrion crows) were studied longitudinally from fledging to sub-adulthood.
  • Subjects were repeatedly exposed to novel food and objects both alone and in sibling subgroups.
  • Behavioral responses were recorded to assess individual consistency and social influence.

Main Results:

  • Individuals of both species showed high behavioral inconsistency throughout development.
  • Conspecific presence promoted behavioral similarities in ravens, but not crows.
  • Ravens' behavior was strongly shaped by their subgroup, suggesting social context influence over relatedness.

Conclusions:

  • Both raven and crow species exhibit highly adaptable behavior.
  • Ravens are significantly influenced by their social environment, which may facilitate cooperation and social learning.
  • Developmental stage and social relations play crucial roles in shaping corvid personality.