Cannibalism and Necrophagy Promote a Resource Loop and Benefit Larval Development in Insects of Temporary Waters
Temporary aquatic habitats are contingent on the allochthonous inputs of plant and animal detritus, whose quality and availability can significantly affect the species developing in these habitats. Although animal detritus (i.e., invertebrate carcasses) is a high-quality food, it is an unpredictable...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2021-07-01
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Series: | Insects |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2075-4450/12/7/657 |