The seed dispersal syndrome hypothesis in ungulate-dominated landscapes

Abstract The Seed Dispersal Syndrome Hypothesis (SDSH) posits that fruit traits predict the main dispersers interacting with plant species. Mammalian dispersers, relying heavily on olfactory cues, are expected to select dull-colored, scented, and larger fruits compared to birds. However, challenges...

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Main Authors: Jose M. Fedriani, Pedro J. Garrote, Tamara Burgos, Gema Escribano-Ávila, Brayan Morera, Emilio Virgós
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Nature Portfolio 2024-03-01
Series:Scientific Reports
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-024-55820-0