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Lawrence, K. (1987). Post hibernational anorexia in captive mediterranean tortoises (testudo graeca and testudo hermanni). Veterinary Record, 120(4), 87–90.
Added by: Sarina Wunderlich (13 Oct 2008 21:32:40 UTC) |
| Resource type: Journal Article BibTeX citation key: Lawrence1987c View all bibliographic details  |
Categories: General Keywords: Schildkröten = turtles + tortoises, Testudinidae, Testudo, Testudo graeca, Testudo hermanni, Veterinärmedizin = veterinary medicine Creators: Lawrence Collection: Veterinary Record |
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Testudinidae Testudo graeca hermanni Post hibernational anorexia in captive Mediterranean tortoises is an increasingly recognised condition. It is associated with increased blood urea and low blood glucose concentrations and dehydration. A theory to explain its underlying physiology is presented, based on studies of the seasonal and cyclic variations in the tortoises' blood composition. Measurements useful for predicting the condition are identified and a logical approach to therapy is proposed.
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