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BMC Zoology
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ISSN 2056-3132 · BMC · 268 artikel di indeks
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Morphology of the midgut and hindgut and pollen-feeding ecology of Eulasia arctos anatolica (Reitter, 1903) (Coleoptera: Glaphyridae)
Abstract This study aims to investigate the morphological structure of the midgut and hindgut of Eulasia arctos anatolica (Reitter, 1903) and to reveal, for the first time, the relationship between the pollen grains found in the digestive system and the feeding of E. arctos anatolica. According to…
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From least concerned to endangered? An integrated approach to determine the distribution, suitable habitat, and future of Dryophytes immaculatus
Abstract Background The immaculate treefrogs, Dryophytes immaculatus, were reported to be abundant in the plains of southern Jiangsu, China, until the 1980s. However, the species has scarcely been seen since the beginning of the century. Results We conducted field surveys at more than 6000…
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Home range and habitat use of black and white Colobus monkey (Colobus guereza guereza) in Khatasa Protected Forest, Amhara Regional State, Ethiopia
Abstract Khatasa Protected Forest is one of the protected forests found in Awi Zone, Amhara Regional State that has been protected since 1994. The study on home range and habitat use of Colobus monkey (Colobus guereza) was carried out from January 2021 to August 2021. For this purpose, ranging data…
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Reproductive pattern and biochemical composition of the sea urchin, Paracentrotus lividus (Lamarck, 1816) in west Aegean Sea-Türkiye
Abstract This study focuses on the annual reproductive cycle and biochemical of Paracentrotus lividus (Lamarck, 1816). Sixty sea urchins were collected monthly from July 2018 to June 2019 in Karaburun, Aegean Sea. The reproductive cycle was divided into six stages, with mature gonads observed in…
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From traumatic oral fibroma to fatal pneumonia: a multidisciplinary postmortem investigation in a long-term monitored Indo-Pacific bottlenose dolphin (Tursiops aduncus)
Abstract Background An Indo-Pacific bottlenose dolphin (Tursiops aduncus) in the coastal waters of Jeju Island, Republic of Korea, exhibited an oral mass and mandibular deformity over a documented 6-year period, including 3 years of intensive longitudinal monitoring by our research team. A…
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Marine or freshwater food? The dilemma of Eurasian otter (Lutra lutra) along Bulgarian Black Sea coast
Abstract Background The Eurasian otter (Lutra lutra Linnaeus, 1758) is an endangered species in Bulgaria and is protected under national legislation. Under harsh environmental conditions, as well as the increasing anthropogenic pressure, knowledge about this species is fundamental for conservation…
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From scat to seedling: seasonal variation in seed deposition and emergence by chacma baboons (Papio ursinus) in a semi-arid South African savanna
Abstract Seed dispersal by primates is a key ecological process, yet research remains comparatively limited in semi-arid savannas. This study investigates the seasonal variation in scat-derived seed deposition and emergence patterns of chacma baboons (Papio ursinus) and their potential role as seed…
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Phytoplasma infection induces changes in vibrational signals of Cacopsylla pyri: sex-specific shifts in frequency, amplitude, and timing
Abstract The pear psyllid (Cacopsylla pyri), the main vector of ‘Candidatus Phytoplasma pyri’, relies on substrate-borne vibrational signals for mate recognition and duet coordination. As pathogens can alter insect communication, we examined whether phytoplasma infection alters key parameters of…
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Comparison of avian biodiversity and community similarity between Nansihu wetland and the Yellow River Delta wetland across different seasons
Abstract Birds are widely recognized as important bioindicators, particularly in wetland ecosystems that support high biodiversity. This study investigated the structure and seasonal dynamics of bird communities in the Nansi Lake wetland and the Yellow River Delta wetland in Shandong Province…
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A case of successful brood parasitism by Mandarin Duck (Aix galericulata) on Scaly-sided Merganser (Mergus squamatus)
Abstract Brood parasitism is a significant reproductive strategy among birds. Both the Scaly-sided Merganser (Mergus squamatus) and the Mandarin Duck (Aix galericulata) are tree-cavity-nesting waterbirds with overlapping ecological niches. Although field observations have previously suggested that…
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Splenic plasticity at the arid limit: dehydration is associated with microanatomical remodelling and B-cell depletion in the dromedary camel (Camelus dromedarius)
Abstract Background The dromedary camel (Camelus dromedarius) is the exemplar of mammalian adaptation to hyper-arid environments, possessing specialized physiological mechanisms to tolerate extreme osmotic stress and hemoconcentration. While renal and thermoregulatory adaptations are…
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Magnetic resonance imaging of ovaries in the mud crab Scylla paramamosain during vitellogenesis
Abstract Background Ovarian assessment and monitoring are crucial for reproductive management and breeding programs in animal production. Currently, there is a lack of quantitative and non-invasive methods for ovarian assessment and monitoring in crab species. In the present study, magnetic…
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Relative abundance of Osteolaemus tetraspis in Uwa, Edumanom and Ogbe-Ijaw bushmeat markets in the Niger Delta region, Nigeria
Abstract The dwarf crocodile Osteolaemus tetraspis is globally listed as Vulnerable, yet remains heavily harvested across West and Central Africa particularly in the Niger Delta, Nigeria. This study assessed the spatio-temporal variation in the relative abundance of O. tetraspis across three major…
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Assessment of livestock depredation by hamadryas baboons (Papio hamadryas) in and around Borena-Sayint National Park, northern Ethiopia
Abstract Background As human populations expand and natural habitats become increasingly fragmented, the interface between agricultural activities and wilderness areas has become a focal point of ecological tension. Livestock depredation is a prevalent form of human–wildlife conflict, particularly…
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Quantifying movements and home ranges of an estuarine turtle: the effects of urbanization and boundaries
Abstract Background Tracking small-bodied animals in estuarine environments entails significant technological and analytical challenges. Diamond-backed terrapins are small (max 1.4 kg) turtles that inhabit salt marshes of the eastern U.S. and the Gulf of Mexico. Terrapin movements have been studied…
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Leveraging biologgers to better forecast animal movement and range shifts across scales
Abstract To predict how movement strategies shape fitness in a changing world, we must build mechanistic models of species’ ranges and range shifts that align environmental data with the scales of individual perception and decision-making and jointly model biological processes from the individual…
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Habitat-related variation in daily activity patterns of Boutourlini’s blue monkey (Cercopithecus mitis boutourlinii) in Saja Forest, Kafa Biosphere Reserve, Southwest Ethiopia
Abstract Background Activity budgets provide insights into how primates respond to habitat variation. Through behavioural flexibility, primates, including blue monkeys, can adjust their activity patterns and resource use under changing environmental conditions. This study compared the activity…
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Enhancing the 12S rRNA reference library of South African chondrichthyans to aid in eDNA metabarcoding
Abstract Background The rapid expansion of environmental DNA (eDNA)-based biodiversity monitoring has heightened the need for accurate and well-curated taxonomic reference databases. Although mitochondrial cytochrome oxidase I (COI) is widely used, the mitochondrial 12S ribosomal RNA gene (12S…
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Migratory bird species as the primary contributors to wildlife collisions: a case study at Shanghai Pudong International Airport, China
Abstract Background Wildlife collisions, especially bird strikes, pose a persistent threat to aviation safety. Identifying the species involved and understanding their ecological patterns are essential for effective risk mitigation. This study investigated wildlife strike incidents involving civil…
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Human carnivore conflict in and around Borena Sayint Worehimanu National Park, South Wollo, Amhara Region, Ethiopia: A community-based cross-sectional study design
Abstract Human carnivore conflict is a global issue for conservationists, especially in protected areas such as national parks. Research on human carnivore conflict around the Borena Saynt Worehimenu National Park has been conducted with the aim of assessing the conflict between communities and…