EFFECTS OF COLD ON BODY TEMPERATURE REGULATION OF WILD TURKEYS
Abstract: In northern latitudes, many bird species conserve energy during cold periods by decreasing their resting phase body temperature (Tb). We evaluated the influence of cold stress on Tb regulation of wild turkeys (Meleagris gallopavo silvestris) during winter in Minnesota. Body temperatures we...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Wiley
2000-01-01
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| Series: | Wildlife Society Bulletin |
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| Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1002/j.2328-5540.2000.tb00254.x |
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