Trace Element Concentrations In Blood And Scute Tissues From Wild And Captive Hawaiian Green Sea Turtles (Chelonia Mydas).
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DOI: 10.1002/etc.4911
Abstract: Sea turtles are exposed to trace elements through water, sediment, and food. Exposure to these elements has been shown to decrease immune function, impair growth, and decrease reproductive output in wildlife. This study compares trace… read more here.
Keywords: wild turtles; captive turtles; sea turtles; element concentrations ... See more keywords
Monitoring of Leptospira in captive turtles by DNA analysis
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DOI: 10.1590/1678-4162-11949
Abstract: Zoological and botanical parks play a fundamental role in the conservation of biodiversity, and serve as valuable sources of information (Costa, 2004). However, the spread of pathogens among different confined wild species is highly probable… read more here.
Keywords: captive turtles; monitoring leptospira; leptospira captive; dna analysis ... See more keywords
Forensic Application of Stable Isotopes to Distinguish between Wild and Captive Turtles
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DOI: 10.3390/biology11121728
Abstract: Simple Summary Wildlife trafficking is a major contributor to global biodiversity loss, especially reptiles, which are confiscated by law enforcement more than any other vertebrate class. Wildlife forensic experts can use chemicals from animal tissues… read more here.
Keywords: stable isotopes; wild captive; captive turtles; law enforcement ... See more keywords