Effects of selection for behavior, human approach mode and sex on vocalization in silver foxстатья
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Аннотация:This study presents first direct comparison of vocal type, call rate and time spent vocalizing among Unselected, Tame and Aggressive strains of silver fox (Vulpes vulpes) in three modes of human approach (Provoking, Approach-Retreat, and Static). Also, it provides first comparison of male and female vocal output in the Provoking test. Vocal types were found strain-specific irrespective of the fox sex or test. Males had higher call rates and shorter time spent vocalizing than females. These results support the evidence of genetic-based emotional states, triggering vocal behavior in silver fox strains and suggest sex dimorphism in vocal activity toward humans.