Anatomy of the alimentary tract of Salminus brasiliensis (Cuvier, 1817) (Pisces, Characidae, Salmininae)

The alimentary tract of Salminus brasiliensis shows anatomic adaptations to its carnivorous, ichthyophagous feeding habit, particularly regarding the distensible esophagus and stomach, especially the caecal region, and the relatively short intestine. The great distensibility of the wall of the anter...

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Main Authors: Eliane Menin, Sirlene Souza Rodrigues
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina 2008-06-01
Series:Biotemas
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Online Access:http://www.biotemas.ufsc.br/volumes/pdf/volume212/p65a75.pdf