Toxic Effects on Thyroid Gland of Male Adult Lizards (Podarcis Siculus) in Contact with PolyChlorinated Biphenyls (PCBs)-Contaminated Soil
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DOI: 10.3390/ijms23094790
Abstract: Skin exposure is considered a potentially significant but little-studied pathway for PolyChlorinated Biphenyls uptake in terrestrial reptiles. In this study, a native Italian lizard, Podarcis siculus, was exposed to PCBs-contaminated soil for 120 days. Tissues… read more here.
Keywords: podarcis siculus; polychlorinated biphenyls; pcbs contaminated; pcbs ... See more keywords
The Italian Wall Lizard Podarcis siculus as a Biological Model for Research in Male Reproductive Toxicology
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DOI: 10.3390/ijms232315220
Abstract: Spermatogenesis is a genetically driven differentiation process that occurs in the testis and leads to the formation of spermatozoa. This process is extensively studied in several experimental models, particularly in vertebrates that share the morphological… read more here.
Keywords: spermatogenesis; toxicology; podarcis siculus; model ... See more keywords
Glyphosate Interference in Follicular Organization in the Wall Lizard Podarcis siculus
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DOI: 10.3390/ijms24087363
Abstract: Glyphosate (Gly) is a broad-spectrum herbicide widely used thanks to its high efficiency and low toxicity. However, evidence exists of its toxic effects on non-target organisms. Among these, the animals inhabiting agricultural fields are particularly… read more here.
Keywords: glyphosate interference; interference follicular; podarcis siculus; lizard podarcis ... See more keywords