Photo of a white-browed sparrow-weaver on his nest

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A male white-browed sparrow-weaver in the Kalahari savannah takes a break from feeding its chicks. This song bird species defends its territory with complex duet songs, sung by the dominant pair. With miniature transmitters, their interactive singing behavior can be studied in the wild: both acoustically and neuronal!

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A neurometabolic feedback controlling the need to sleep

Jul 1, 2026 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM (Local Time Germany)

Numerous paths towards orientation and navigation in harbor seals (Phoca vitulina)

Jul 7, 2026 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM (Local Time Germany)

Social Vocal Learning in Parrots

Jul 14, 2026 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM (Local Time Germany)

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