Size and metabolism in loricariids

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Size and metabolism in loricariids

Post by Silurus »

This just out:
Nelson, J. A. 2003. Metabolism of three species of herbivorous loricariid catfishes: influence of size and diet. Journal of Fish Biology 61: 1586-1599.
Wood-eaters do not lower their metabolic rate to compensate for the lower nutrition in their diet. But then, we know that already. 8)
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I'm interested!!
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Okay hit me one.
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Post by Steen »

Well I'm interested in a copy too :)
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I'm interested in one too.
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Post by Charly EON »

Please send me a copy as well

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me too.
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me too :)
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Post by Caol_ila »

im interested too but to the following ppl can u just send HH a pm to save the 2 word posts! Thx everbody!
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