Specialized diving traits in the generalist morphology of Fulica (Aves, Rallidae)

Specialized diving traits in the generalist morphology of Fulica (Aves, Rallidae)

Abstract Foot-propelled diving comprises the primary locomotion-based feeding strategy for many birds, including families such as Phalacrocoracidae, Anhingidae, Podicipedidae, Gaviidae, and the diving ducks within Anatidae. While the morphology of specialized divers is well known, the corresponding...

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Main Authors: Ricardo Santiago De Mendoza, Julieta Carril, Federico Javier Degrange, Claudia Patricia Tambussi
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Nature Portfolio 2024-06-01
Series:Scientific Reports
Subjects:
Water birds
Coots
Disparity
Ecomorphology
Swimming birds
Generalist taxa
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-024-64853-4

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https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-024-64853-4

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