Comparative molecular and conventional cytogenetic analyses of three species of Rhinella (Anura; Bufonidae)
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DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0308785
Abstract: The genus Rhinella corresponds to a group of anurans characterized by numerous taxonomic and systemic challenges, leading to their organization into species complexes. Cytogenetic data for this genus thus far are limited to the diploid… read more here.
Keywords: repetitive sequences; three species; comparative molecular; molecular conventional ... See more keywords
Characterization of the Skin Microbiota of the Cane Toad Rhinella cf. marina in Puerto Rico and Costa Rica
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DOI: 10.3389/fmicb.2017.02624
Abstract: Rhinella marina is a toad native to South America that has been introduced in the Antilles, likely carrying high loads of microorganisms, potentially impacting local community diversity. The amphibian skin is involved in pathogen defense… read more here.
Keywords: rhinella; puerto rico; costa rica;
The Parotoid Gland Secretion from Peruvian Toad Rhinella horribilis (Wiegmann, 1833): Chemical Composition and Effect on the Proliferation and Migration of Lung Cancer Cells
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DOI: 10.3390/toxins12090608
Abstract: Since Rhinella sp. toads produce bioactive substances, some species have been used in traditional medicine and magical practices by ancient cultures in Peru. During several decades, the Rhinella horribilis toad was confused with the invasive… read more here.
Keywords: proliferation; rhinella; migration; toad ... See more keywords
An overview of the osseous palmar sesamoid in Anura, with the particular case of some Rhinella species
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DOI: 10.7717/peerj.15063
Abstract: Background Sesamoids are generally regarded as structures that are not part of the tetrapod body plan. The presence of a palmar sesamoid is assumed to serve as a distribution point for the forces of the… read more here.
Keywords: rhinella; palmar sesamoid; anuran; osseous palmar ... See more keywords