The Quantitative Ethology of the Zebra Finch: A Study in Comparative Psychometrics.

Figueredo, Aurelio Jose; And Others

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Publication Date: 1992

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The Quantitative Ethology of the Zebra Finch: A Study in Comparative Psychometrics.

Figueredo, Aurelio Jose; And Others

Multivariate Behavioral Research, v27 n3 p435-58 1992

A quantitative ethogram was developed for the zebra finch, using one-zero focal animal sampling on an ethologically comprehensive checklist of 52 behavioral items, and it was assessed for interobserver reliability and construct validity. Applying the quantitative methods of psychometrics allows verification of ethological theory and testing of diverse hypotheses. (SLD)

Descriptors: Animal Behavior, Check Lists, Comparative Analysis, Construct Validity, Ethology, Hypothesis Testing, Interrater Reliability, Ornithology, Psychometrics, Research Methodology, Theories

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Language: English

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