Superb Starlings Uphold Shared Parenting, Regardless of Kin

Posted: 2025-05-09 02:52:29 UTC

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Superb starlings exhibit a unique behavior of swapping between parent and ‘nanny’ roles to assist in raising chicks, regardless of their relatedness.

Shared parenting roles in superb starlings

Role-swapping behavior between parent and ‘nanny’ roles

Raising chicks regardless of relatedness