Negative density-dependent parasitism in a group-living carnivore
Animals living at high population densities commonly experience greater exposure to disease, leading to increased parasite burdens. However, social animals can benefit immunologically and hygienically from cooperation, and individuals may alter their socio-spatial behaviour in response to infection,...
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Format: | Journal article |
Language: | English |
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The Royal Society
2020
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