Merycism in western grey (Macropus fuliginosus) and red kangaroos (Macropus rufus)
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DOI: 10.1016/j.mambio.2017.03.005
Abstract: Kangaroos regurgitate and re-chew digesta on an occasional basis; the behaviour has been termed ‘merycism’. Merycism is distinct from rumination, as it is non-essential for digestive activity, significantly varies in rhythm and frequency, and causes… read more here.
Keywords: macropus fuliginosus; kangaroos; red kangaroos; western grey ... See more keywords
Distribution and Morphological Characteristics of Oligodendrocytes in Selected Areas of the Brain of Male and Female Red Kangaroos (Macropus rufus)
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DOI: 10.3390/brainsci12081035
Abstract: This study was carried out on six adult red kangaroos of both sexes. To determine the location of the oligodendrocytes (OLGs) of the hippocampus (Hip) and corpus callosum (CC), the method of impregnation of the… read more here.
Keywords: distribution morphological; red kangaroos; brain; morphological characteristics ... See more keywords