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An Unusual Chelonian Feeding Niche
Author(s) -
Belkin Daniel A.,
Gans Carl
Publication year - 1968
Publication title -
ecology
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 2.144
H-Index - 294
eISSN - 1939-9170
pISSN - 0012-9658
DOI - 10.2307/1935544
Subject(s) - niche , turtle (robot) , ecology , ecological niche , biology , habitat
The feeding mechanisms of the pelomedusid turtle Podocnemis unifilis include a surface—skimming behavior, termed neustophagia, which permits utilization of fine particulate food associated with the water surface (neuston). This behavior and its mechanics are described.
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