Marcella Baiz with Warbler (IMAGE)

Penn State

Marcella Baiz with Warbler

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A new study led by Marcella Baiz, postdoctoral researcher at Penn State (pictured), used hybrid birds to narrow down the genetic region that drives the black coloration in warblers. The research team also found that a warbler's yellow coloration, however, has a more complicated basis.

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David Toews, Penn State

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