A retrospective study of native wild birds and reptiles admitted to three New Zealand wildlife hospitals due to predation by cats
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DOI: 10.1080/00480169.2022.2152889
Abstract: ABSTRACT Aims To investigate the types of wildlife affected and outcomes of hospitalisation for native wild birds and reptiles admitted to three wildlife hospitals in New Zealand following predation by cats. Methods We reviewed hospital… read more here.
Keywords: predation cats; birds reptiles; predation; new zealand ... See more keywords
Herbivores at the highest risk of extinction among mammals, birds, and reptiles
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DOI: 10.1126/sciadv.abb8458
Abstract: Herbivores have the highest representation of at-risk species in the present day, the recent past, and the late Pleistocene. As a result of their extensive home ranges and slow population growth rates, predators have often… read more here.
Keywords: risk; extinction risk; extinction; herbivores highest ... See more keywords
Structures of the ß-Keratin Filaments and Keratin Intermediate Filaments in the Epidermal Appendages of Birds and Reptiles (Sauropsids)
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DOI: 10.3390/genes12040591
Abstract: The epidermal appendages of birds and reptiles (the sauropsids) include claws, scales, and feathers. Each has specialized physical properties that facilitate movement, thermal insulation, defence mechanisms, and/or the catching of prey. The mechanical attributes of… read more here.
Keywords: appendages birds; reptiles sauropsids; keratin intermediate; birds reptiles ... See more keywords