On the future of the giant South American river turtle Podocnemis expansa
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DOI: 10.1017/s0030605318001370
Abstract: Abstract There is a long history of exploitation of the South American river turtle Podocnemis expansa. Conservation efforts for this species started in the 1960s but best practices were not established, and population trends and… read more here.
Keywords: river turtle; south american; population; turtle ... See more keywords
First Record of a North American River Otter Using a Cave as a Natal Den
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DOI: 10.1656/058.020.0215
Abstract: Abstract Lontra canadensis (North American River Otter; hereinafter “River Otter”) is a widespread, semi-aquatic mustelid. Despite considerable research and management of the species, there is limited information on the initiation of natal denning and characteristics… read more here.
Keywords: natal den; american river; north american; river otter ... See more keywords