Social context alters retreat- and nest-site selection in a globally invasive gecko, Hemidactylus frenatus
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DOI: 10.1093/biolinnean/blz188
Abstract: Microhabitat orientation and structure and the presence of conspecifics may strongly influence the choice of habitat. We studied how these variables influence retreat- and nest-site selection in gravid females of a globally successful invasive species,… read more here.
Keywords: nest site; retreat nest; hemidactylus frenatus; site selection ... See more keywords
Multilevel dynamic adjustments of geckos (Hemidactylus frenatus) climbing vertically: head-up versus head-down
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DOI: 10.1098/rsif.2022.0840
Abstract: Many climbing animals use direction-dependent adhesives to attach to vertical or inclined surfaces. These structures adhere when activated via a pull but detach when pushed. Therefore, a challenge arises when a change in climbing direction… read more here.
Keywords: dynamic adjustments; head; multilevel dynamic; hemidactylus frenatus ... See more keywords