The brain of the African wild dog. III. The auditory system
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DOI: 10.1002/cne.24989
Abstract: The large external pinnae and extensive vocal repertoire of the African wild dog (Lycaon pictus) has led to the assumption that the auditory system of this unique canid may be specialized. Here, using cytoarchitecture, myeloarchitecture,… read more here.
Keywords: african wild; wild dog; auditory system;
The brain of the African wild dog. II. The olfactory system
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DOI: 10.1002/cne.25007
Abstract: Employing a range of neuroanatomical stains, we detail the organization of the main and accessory olfactory systems of the African wild dog. The organization of both these systems follows that typically observed in mammals, but… read more here.
Keywords: olfactory; african wild; dog; wild dog ... See more keywords
The characteristics and consequences of African wild dog (Lycaon pictus) den site selection
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DOI: 10.1007/s00265-021-03047-8
Abstract: Many species rear offspring in fixed sites, returning frequently to provision them, and the selection of these sites is a critical decision in the life cycle, as they may in some instances increase susceptibility to… read more here.
Keywords: den site; african wild; wild dog; wild dogs ... See more keywords
Updated ranges of the Vulnerable cheetah and Endangered African wild dog in Angola
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DOI: 10.1017/s0030605319000966
Abstract: Abstract The civil unrest that ravaged Angola for nearly 30 years took a heavy toll on the country's wildlife, and led to a lengthy absence of reliable information for many threatened species, including the cheetah… read more here.
Keywords: ranges vulnerable; cheetah; african wild; wild dog ... See more keywords
Comparative genomics provides new insights into the remarkable adaptations of the African wild dog (Lycaon pictus)
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DOI: 10.1038/s41598-019-44772-5
Abstract: Within the Canidae, the African wild dog (Lycaon pictus) is the most specialized with regards to cursorial adaptations (specialized for running), having only four digits on their forefeet. In addition, this species is one of… read more here.
Keywords: comparative genomics; african wild; dog lycaon; lycaon pictus ... See more keywords
A prospective evaluation of contingent loans as a means of financing wild dog exclusion fences
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DOI: 10.1071/rj18054
Abstract: Invasive species, such as wild dogs can be considered an externality arising from the activities of pastoral enterprises, with producers having limited responsibility for the problem and limited capacity to mitigate it. There are therefore… read more here.
Keywords: contingent loans; contingent; dog exclusion; exclusion fences ... See more keywords