Estimating Mineral Requirements of Wild Herbivores: Modelling Arctic Caribou (<i>Rangifer tarandus granti</i>) in Summer

Mineral requirements are poorly described for most wildlife. Consequently, the role of forage minerals in movement and productivity are poorly understood for sedentary and migratory ungulates, such as reindeer and caribou (<i>Rangifer tarandus</i>). We applied estimates of maintenance, l...

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Main Authors: Keith W. Oster, David D. Gustine, Fred E. Smeins, Perry S. Barboza
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2024-03-01
Series:Animals
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2076-2615/14/6/868