Selecting the right bird model in experimental studies on endocrine disrupting chemicals

Birds have been used as model species in ecotoxicological research for decades but have only recently been included in toxicity testing schemes. However, the avian fauna is very diverse. Given this diversity the ecology, behavior and reproduction should be considered when selecting the appropriate b...

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Main Author: Veerle L.B. Jaspers
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Frontiers Media S.A. 2015-05-01
Series:Frontiers in Environmental Science
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Online Access:http://journal.frontiersin.org/Journal/10.3389/fenvs.2015.00035/full