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Reference Base Ritualised dung kicking by white rhino males amplifies ol... |
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Ritualised dung kicking by white rhino males amplifies olfactory signals but reduces odour duration |
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Marneweck, C.; Juergens, A.; Shrader, A.M. |
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2018 |
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Journal of Chemical Ecology |
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44 (10) |
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875–885 |
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Africa - Southern Africa - South Africa
Behaviour
White Rhino
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Many mammals enhance their olfactory signals visually by depositing them in conspicuous locations such as well-travelled paths. It is also possible to enhance the odour itself through behaviours aimed at modifying odour emission rates. White rhinos defecate in communal middens. While defecating, ... |
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