Mercury Exposure in Humboldt (Spheniscus humboldti) and Chinstrap (Pygoscelis antarcticus) Penguins Throughout the Chilean Coast and Antarctica
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DOI: 10.1007/s00244-018-0529-7
Abstract: Penguins are reliable sentinels for environmental assessments of mercury (Hg) due to their longevity, abundance, high trophic level, and relatively small foraging areas. We analyzed Hg concentrations from blood and feathers of adult Humboldt penguins… read more here.
Keywords: trophic level; pygoscelis antarcticus; spheniscus humboldti; humboldt penguins ... See more keywords
PLASMA TRACE ELEMENTS IN MANAGED HUMBOLDT PENGUINS (SPHENISCUS HUMBOLDTI) FROM A SINGLE ZOOLOGICAL COLLECTION IN GERMANY
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DOI: 10.1638/2023-0094
Abstract: Abstract: Only limited data on concentrations of trace elements in the blood of avian species have been published. This information can play an important role in the conservation of endangered species and their protection from… read more here.
Keywords: humboldt penguins; trace elements; penguins spheniscus; humboldti single ... See more keywords