Ritualised Dung Kicking by White Rhino Males Amplifies Olfactory Signals but Reduces Odour Duration
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DOI: 10.1007/s10886-018-0988-3
Abstract: Many mammals enhance their olfactory signals visually by depositing them in conspicuous locations such as well-travelled paths. It is also possible to enhance the odour itself through behaviours aimed at modifying odour emission rates. White… read more here.
Keywords: olfactory signals; males amplifies; dung; territorial males ... See more keywords
Seminal fluid enhances competitiveness of territorial males' sperm in a fish with alternative male reproductive tactics
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DOI: 10.1242/jeb.175976
Abstract: ABSTRACT The most common adaptation to sperm competition in males is represented by an increase in the sperm number and/or quality released at mating, to raise their probability of egg fertilization. However, rapidly mounting evidence… read more here.
Keywords: fertilization; quality; fluid; territorial males ... See more keywords