
%0 Journal Article
%A Swainson, G.W. 
%T Co-operative rearing in the Bell Miner
%J Emu
%D 1970/12/01
%V 70
%N 4
%P 183-188
%K 
%R https://doi.org/10.1071/MU970183
%U https://www.publish.csiro.au/paper/MU970183 
%X A Bell Miner colony consists of distinct groups, each of which is probably a family originating from one mated pair. Growth and behaviour during the post-fledging period are described. Begging behaviour is subdued; there is no wing-fluttering. The food is mainly scale insects. Young are fed at a high rate, both by members of their own group and by neighbouring birds without young. Helping may be an adaptation to a widely varying climate. It is suggested that Skutch's view on the origin of helping may be correct. 
