Causes of adult mortality in two populations of New Zealand sea lions (Phocarctos hookeri)
The New Zealand sea lion is an endangered species endemic to New Zealand. While causes of death are well described for pups of this species, mortality in adults is poorly characterised. This study investigated causes of death in 136 New Zealand sea lions in two different populations: a major breedin...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Elsevier
2019-06-01
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| Series: | Veterinary and Animal Science |
| Online Access: | http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2451943X18302539 |