Fog-basking behaviour and water collection efficiency in Namib Desert Darkling beetles
<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>In the Namib Desert fog represents an alternative water source. This is utilised by Darkling beetles (Tenebrionidae) that employ different strategies for obtaining the fog water. Some dig trenches in the sand, while others use their...
Main Authors: | Dacke Marie, Nørgaard Thomas |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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BMC
2010-07-01
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Series: | Frontiers in Zoology |
Online Access: | http://www.frontiersinzoology.com/content/7/1/23 |
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