Intraspecific interference retards growth and development of cane toad tadpoles, but those effects disappear by the time of metamorphosis

Competition among larval anurans can occur via interference as well as via a reduction in per-capita food supply. Previous research on intraspecific interference competition in cane toad (Rhinella marina) tadpoles found conflicting results, with one study detecting strong effects on tadpoles and ano...

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Main Authors: M. R. Crossland, R. Shine
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: The Royal Society 2023-11-01
Series:Royal Society Open Science
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Online Access:https://royalsocietypublishing.org/doi/10.1098/rsos.231380