A region of the canary forebrain shrinks during the nonbreeding season and enlarges when breeding season begins. This change is probably associated with the annual
A) addition of new syllables to a canary's song repertoire.
B) crystallization of subsong into adult songs.
C) sensitive period in which canary parents imprint on new offspring.
D) renewal of mating and nest-building behaviors.
E) elimination of the memorized template for songs sung the previous year.

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The enlargement of the canary forebrain during the breeding season is likely associated with the addition of new syllables to a canary's song repertoire, as this is a time when song learning and modification are crucial for attracting mates.

A Region of the Canary Forebrain Shrinks During the Nonbreeding