Testing chemical defence based on pyrrolizidine alkaloids
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A study was conducted on the palatability of pyrrolizidine alkaloid monocrotaline to pileated finches (Coryphospingus pileatus). The birds were found to avoid mealworms with topical pyrrolizidine alkaloids but preyed on those devoid of the solution. The birds also avoided larvae with the solution and blue-striped pattern paint. Further tests show that birds rejected prey painted with blue-striped patterns even without pyrrolizidine alkaloids. Results indicate that birds can recognize the palatability of prey and that the alkaloid is a useful predator deterrent.
Publication Name: Animal Behaviour
Subject: Zoology and wildlife conservation
ISSN: 0003-3472
Year: 1997
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PHA immune response assay in captive zebra finches is modulated by activity prior to testing
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The magnitude and temporal pattern of the immune response suppression and the duration of the suppressive effects after a standardized chasing procedure is determined. The use of PHA immune response assay in captive zebra finches, Taeniopygia guttata, modulated by activity prior to testing are discussed.
Publication Name: Animal Behaviour
Subject: Zoology and wildlife conservation
ISSN: 0003-3472
Year: 2003
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Asymmetric effects of experimental manipulations of social status on individual immune response
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Impact of social status on animals' immune system, with reference to male house finch, is examined.
Publication Name: Animal Behaviour
Subject: Zoology and wildlife conservation
ISSN: 0003-3472
Year: 2006
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