Effects of cypermethrin (pyrethroid), glyphosate and chlorpyrifos (organophosphorus) on the endocrine and immune system of Salvator merianae (Argentine tegu).
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ecoenv.2018.10.057
Abstract: Several geographical areas where Salvator merianae is distributed in Argentina are included in regions with agricultural activity and exposed to pesticide formulations. Some pesticides could affect defense mechanisms being able alter structures of some components… read more here.
Keywords: salvator merianae; glyphosate chlorpyrifos; immune system; system ... See more keywords
Ecological Plasticity and the Future of the Argentine Giant Tegu (Salvator merianae Dumeril and Bibron, 1839) in the Southeastern US
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DOI: 10.1656/058.018.0417
Abstract: Salvator merianae (Argentine Giant Tegu) is an invasive exotic species established in 2 as yet unconnected populations in central and southern Florida. Despite intense trapping, this mid-level carnivore remains well-established in a portion of extreme… read more here.
Keywords: argentine giant; salvator merianae; giant tegu; plasticity ... See more keywords