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Evaluating Environmental Enrichment Methods in Three Zoo-Housed Varanidae Lizard Species
Journal of Zoological and Botanical Gardens, 2021 Environmental enrichment has been shown to enhance the behavioural repertoire and reduce the occurrence of abnormal behaviours, particularly in zoo-housed mammals. However, evidence of its effectiveness in reptiles is lacking. Previously, it was believed
James O. Waterman +6 more
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Mitochondrial phylogenomics of pygmy grasshoppers (Orthoptera, Tetrigidae, Metrodorinae): descriptions of a new genus, two new species, and new synonyms from China [PDF]
ZooKeysThe Chinese wingless brachypronotal pygmy grasshoppers of the subfamily Metrodorinae have often been classified within the genus Macromotettixoides.
Yuemei Li +4 more
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Consequences of Oviposition Site Choice for Geckos in Changing Environments
Biology, 2022 Most lizards lay eggs inside nests where embryos experience daily fluctuations in temperature. As embryos are sensitive to exposure to high temperatures, increases in nest temperatures may pose a risk to lizards.
Theja Abayarathna, Jonathan K. Webb
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HABITAT UTILIZATION BY THE TEXAS HORNED LIZARD (PHRYNOSOMA CORNUTUM) FROM TWO SITES IN CENTRAL TEXAS [PDF]
, 2017 The Texas Horned Lizard (Phrynosoma cornutum) is found in a variety of habitats. Although several studies have been conducted on habitat use by this species, none have been performed in central Texas, a more mesic habitat than most of those previously ...
Anderson, Wesley M. +3 more
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Otoacoustic Emissions in Non-Mammals
Audiology Research, 2022 Otoacoustic emissions (OAE) that were sound-induced, current-induced, or spontaneous have been measured in non-mammalian land vertebrates, including in amphibians, reptiles, and birds. There are no forms of emissions known from mammals that have not also
Geoffrey A. Manley
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, 2000 Number of Pages: 4Integrative BiologyGeological ...
Ballinger, Royce E. +2 more
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Conservation perceptions and attitudes regarding monitor lizards in West Bengal, India [PDF]
Nature ConservationLocal and illegal exploitation of wildlife is particularly widespread in highly populated and bio-diverse countries such as India. In such countries, illicit utilization practices and how these are perceived among local communities are commonly not well ...
Shreya Bhattacharya +6 more
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Natura Sloveniae, 2016 The study reports on the distribution and habitat use of two lizard species in the Kočevsko region: Horvath’s rock lizard and common wall lizard. Extensive sampling across an altitudinal span of 200 to 1,100 m a.s.l.
Anamarija Žagar
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Journal of Developmental Biology, 2022 The adhesive digital pads in some gecko and anoline lizards are continuously utilized for movements on vertical surfaces that may determine wear and a decrease of adhesion efficiency.
Lorenzo Alibardi
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Effect of plant-related threats on lizards of open sand steppes: a snapshot at the beginning of the spread of a novel invader [PDF]
NeoBiotaGrasslands have undergone significant loss of area and species diversity worldwide. The spread of invasive alien plant species further exacerbates the degradation of these ecosystems.
Edvárd Mizsei +6 more
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