Harvesting and chewing as constraints to forage consumption by the African savanna elephant (Loxodonta africana)
As a foundation for understanding the diet of African savanna elephants (Loxodonta africana), adult bulls and cows were observed over an annual cycle to determine whether harvesting (Pt), chewing (Ct) and handling times (Ht) differed across food types and harvesting methods (handling time is defined...
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| Language: | English |
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PeerJ Inc.
2016-09-01
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| Online Access: | https://peerj.com/articles/2469.pdf |