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A model of imprinting evolved from neurophysiological concepts.

Zeitschrift Fur Tierpsychologie

|October 1, 1979

Summary

This study models imprinting using physiological data, revealing a second sensitive phase in zebra finches at sexual maturity. The model explains apparent reversibility and suggests common neural mechanisms for imprinting and simple connections.

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