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. 1964 Jan;7(1):45–49. doi: 10.1901/jeab.1964.7-45

Visual reinforcement in fighting cocks1

Travis I Thompson
PMCID: PMC1404369  PMID: 14120139

Abstract

Fighting cocks were conditioned to emit a key-pecking response on a fixed ratio reinforcement schedule leading to the visual image of another fighting cock. In addition, the relative reinforcing properties of the visual reinforcer were compared with food and water reinforcers in a three-choice, non-reversible option situation. The relative reinforcing effects of mirror presentation and another rooster visually presented through a window, were compared. The mirror maintained a relatively lower response output.

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