These songbirds learn more from siblings than from parents

Research reveals that siblings, rather than parents, play a crucial role in the learning processes of the Great tit bird species, challenging traditional views of Parental care.

• A study published in PLOS Biology by the Max Planck Society shows that Great tit chicks learn more effectively from siblings than from their parents.
• The findings support social learning theory, indicating that sibling interactions can significantly influence the development of behaviors in bird species.
• Observational data collected on sibling dynamics in Great tit families highlighted the importance of these relationships over Parental care in fostering learning.