feat: add initial journal website with articles
This commit introduces the initial version of the Duck Behavior Journal website. Key features include: - A homepage with navigation and featured articles. - Detailed guidelines section for manuscript submission. - Separate pages for featured articles such as "The Subtle Art of Puddle Jumping," "Quackonomics," and "Nibbling Nuisances." - Integration of Bootstrap and jQuery for enhanced UI and UX. - Custom styles defined in `styles.css`. - Static assets like images for the logo, hero section, and articles. This setup establishes the foundational structure of the journal's website, setting the stage for future content updates and enhancements.
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<h1 class="display-4 text-center">Submission Guidelines</h1>
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<p class="lead text-center">
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Instructions for Authors on Preparing and Submitting Manuscripts
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<h2>Manuscript Preparation</h2>
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Authors should ensure that their manuscripts are prepared in
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Manuscripts should be written in clear, concise, and grammatically
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correct English. Knowledge of quack should not be assumed.
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All manuscripts must be typed, double-spaced, with 1-inch margins
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Include a title page with the title of the paper, authors' names,
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<h2>Submission Process</h2>
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<p>To submit a manuscript, authors should follow these steps:</p>
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Prepare the manuscript in accordance with the guidelines above.
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Convert the manuscript and any supplementary materials into a
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single PDF file.
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<li>Submit the PDF file through our online submission system.</li>
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Upon submission, you will receive a confirmation email with a
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<h2>Formatting Guidelines</h2>
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Ensure that your manuscript adheres to the following formatting
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<li>Include an abstract of no more than 250 words.</li>
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Use section headings (e.g., Introduction, Methods, Results,
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Refer to figures and tables in the text, and include them at the
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Cite references in the text using APA style, and include a
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<h2>Ethical Considerations</h2>
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Authors must adhere to ethical standards in the conduct and
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Ensure that all research involving ducks was conducted in
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<li>Disclose any potential conflicts of interest.</li>
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Obtain permission for any previously published content used in the
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<h2>Contact Information</h2>
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If you have any questions or need assistance with the submission
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<li>Email: submissions@duckbehaviorjournal.com</li>
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<p>© 2024 Duck Behavior Journal. All rights reserved.</p>
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<h1 class="display-4">Advancing the Understanding of Duck Behavior</h1>
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<p class="lead">Through Rigorous Scientific Research</p>
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>Submit Your Research</a
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>Subscribe to the Journal</a
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<h5 class="card-title">The Subtle Art of Puddle Jumping</h5>
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<p class="card-text">Ducksworth et al.</p>
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This study investigates the intricate and often overlooked
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behavior of puddle jumping in the mallard duck (Anas
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<p class="card-text">Quackers et al.</p>
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This study explores the complex economic behaviors observed in
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trading and distribution of bread.
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<h5 class="card-title">Nibbling Nuisances</h5>
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<p class="card-text">Quackston et al.</p>
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This study explores the curious and often amusing behavior of
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Through a series of observational sessions and controlled
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<p>© 2024 Duck Behavior Journal. All rights reserved.</p>
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Nibbling Nuisances: The Biting Behavior of Bored Ducklings - Duck Behavior
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Nibbling Nuisances: The Biting Behavior of Bored Ducklings
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Dr. Penelope Quackston, PhD; Dr. Mallard Drakeford, PhD; Prof.
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Featherly Downsworth, DSc
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<strong>Note:</strong> The full paper is available for download for
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<strong>Abstract:</strong> This study explores the curious and often
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amusing behavior of ducklings (Anas platyrhynchos) biting each other
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when bored. Through a series of observational sessions and
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controlled boredom-inducing experiments, we aimed to understand the
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motivations and social implications of this behavior. Our findings
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suggest that nibbling serves as both a form of play and a method of
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establishing social bonds among ducklings. This paper provides a
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Ducklings are known for their playful and curious nature. While much
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<h2>Methods</h2>
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We conducted our study at Duckling Haven, a sanctuary for young
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<strong>Frequency of Nibbling:</strong> Ducklings engaged in
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<strong>Social Bonds:</strong> Nibbling appeared to strengthen
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Feather, B. L., & Quackmore, A. (2022). Playful interactions in
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young waterfowl. Journal of Avian Behavior, 14(2), 101-115.
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Billingsworth, D., & Webfoot, M. (2021). Social play in ducklings:
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Dr. Beatrice Quackers, PhD; Dr. Drake Billingsworth, PhD; Prof.
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The trading behavior of bread among urban mallards reveals a complex
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Quackers, B. E., & Featherly, J. P. (2021). Urban ducks and human
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food: A symbiotic relationship. Journal of Urban Ecology, 8(4),
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200-215.
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Paddleson, W., & Ducksworth, Q. (2020). The economics of quacking:
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Social hierarchies in mallard communities. Ornithological
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Economics, 12(1), 45-62.
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(Anas platyrhynchos). Through a series of observational sessions and
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experimental puddle manipulations, we aimed to decode the underlying
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motivations and techniques employed by these waterfowl. Our findings
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suggest that puddle jumping is not merely a recreational activity
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but a complex social behavior with implications for duck hierarchy
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and puddle ownership. This paper sheds light on the nuances of
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puddle jumping, offering a fresh perspective on mallard social
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dynamics.
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</p>
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<hr />
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<h2>Introduction</h2>
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<p>
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The mallard duck (Anas platyrhynchos) is well-known for its
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ubiquitous presence in urban and rural water bodies. While much
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attention has been paid to their mating rituals and migratory
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patterns, little is known about their puddle jumping behavior. This
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study aims to fill this gap by providing a comprehensive analysis of
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puddle jumping, a behavior that, though seemingly trivial, plays a
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crucial role in the social structure of mallard communities.
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</p>
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<h2>Methods</h2>
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<h3>Observational Study</h3>
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<p>
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We conducted our study at Duck Park, a popular habitat for mallards.
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Over the course of three months, we observed 50 individual ducks
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engaging in puddle jumping. Observations were made during different
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times of the day to account for variations in behavior.
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</p>
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<h3>Experimental Puddle Manipulations</h3>
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<p>
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To understand the factors influencing puddle jumping, we created
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artificial puddles of varying sizes and depths. Ducks were then
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observed to see how these variables affected their jumping behavior.
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</p>
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<h2>Results</h2>
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<p>Our observations revealed several key findings:</p>
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<ol>
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<li>
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<strong>Size Preference:</strong> Ducks showed a clear preference
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for puddles with a diameter of approximately 50 cm.
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</li>
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<li>
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<strong>Depth Matters:</strong> Puddles with a depth of 5 cm were
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most frequently chosen for jumping.
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</li>
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<li>
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<strong>Social Dynamics:</strong> Dominant ducks often claimed the
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best puddles, leading to a hierarchical structure based on puddle
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ownership.
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</li>
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</ol>
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<h2>Discussion</h2>
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<p>
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The results suggest that puddle jumping is not a random activity but
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a behavior with social and environmental significance. Dominant
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ducks appear to use puddle ownership as a way to assert their
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status, while subordinate ducks must wait for their turn or find
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lesser puddles. This behavior may also serve as a form of play,
|
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helping young ducks develop motor skills and social bonds.
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</p>
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<h2>Conclusion</h2>
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<p>
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Puddle jumping in mallards is a complex behavior influenced by
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puddle size, depth, and social hierarchy. Far from being a mere
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pastime, it plays a significant role in the social structure of duck
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communities. Future research should explore the long-term
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implications of puddle jumping on duckling development and social
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integration.
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</p>
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<h2>References</h2>
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<ul class="list-unstyled">
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<li>
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Ducksworth, J. P., & Quackmore, A. (2022). The social lives of
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ducks: An overview. Journal of Avian Dynamics, 15(3), 123-134.
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</li>
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||||
<li>
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||||
Mallard, D. E., & Waddle, P. L. (2021). Water play in waterfowl: A
|
||||
comparative study. Ornithological Studies, 10(2), 89-101.
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</li>
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