Prey availability and selective foraging in shorebirds
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Studies in foraging behavior of shore birds for fiddler crabs along the mudflats reveal that the availability of prey depends on the activities of the crabs and their response to the presence of the predator. These studies reveal that accurate measurement of prey availability is crucial in the understanding of the foraging behavior, particularly prey selectivity among shore birds. In this regard, it is important to consider prey activity and pres responses to predators in estimating their availability.
Publication Name: Animal Behaviour
Subject: Zoology and wildlife conservation
ISSN: 0003-3472
Year: 1998
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Development-related effects of an acanthocephalan parasite on pairing success of its intermediate host
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The impact of the development of the larval acanthocephalan parasite (Acanthocephalus dirus) inside the body of the aquatic isopod (Caecidotea intermedius) on the ability of the isopod to find mates is discussed.
Publication Name: Animal Behaviour
Subject: Zoology and wildlife conservation
ISSN: 0003-3472
Year: 2006
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