Metals in Feathers of African Penguins (Spheniscus demersus): Considerations for the Welfare and Management of Seabirds Under Human Care
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DOI: 10.1007/s00128-018-2293-9
Abstract: Bird feathers have been proven to be reliable indicators of metal exposure originating from contaminated food and polluted environments. The concentrations of 15 essential and non-essential metals were investigated in African penguins (Spheniscus demersus) feathers… read more here.
Keywords: african penguins; spheniscus demersus; penguins spheniscus; human care ... See more keywords
Parasite diversity associated with African penguins (Spheniscus demersus) and the effect of host and environmental factors
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DOI: 10.1017/s0031182018002159
Abstract: Abstract The African penguin (Spheniscus demersus) is a critically endangered species endemic to southern Africa. Limited information is available on the parasite diversity associated with the species in natural settings. This study explores the diversity… read more here.
Keywords: african penguins; parasite diversity; effect host; spheniscus demersus ... See more keywords