The use of liver slices from the Cape vulture (Gyps coprotheres) to better understand the role of liver toxicity of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) in vultures.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.etap.2018.07.001
Abstract: Diclofenac, a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) was responsible for the death of millions of vultures on the Asian subcontinent, following the consumption of diclofenac contaminated carcasses. The aim of this research was to establish if… read more here.
Keywords: liver; cape vulture; toxicity; liver slices ... See more keywords
High occurrence of extra-pair partnerships and homosexuality in a captive Cape Vulture Gyps coprotheres colony§
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DOI: 10.2989/00306525.2017.1304461
Abstract: The Cape Vulture Gyps coprotheres is an Endangered colonial cliff-nesting species that is typically cited as monogamous. Observations of wild Cape Vulture colonies note extra-pair breeding activities but homosexual activity has never been confirmed. Observations… read more here.
Keywords: cape vulture; gyps coprotheres; extra pair; vulture gyps ... See more keywords