Abstract :
Pinnipeds include seals, sea lions and walruses, all of which seem to have evolved from a common ancestor. The evolution of parental behavior in Pinnipeds, particularly maternal strategies, are discussed.
The evolution of maternal care in Pinnipeds: new findings raise questions about the evolution of maternal feeding strategies
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From:
BioScience(Vol. 46, Issue 9)
Publisher:
Oxford University Press
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Cover story
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7,518 words
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Pinnipeds include seals, sea lions and walruses, all of which seem to have evolved from a common ancestor. The evolution of parental behavior in Pinnipeds, particularly maternal strategies, are discussed.
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Gale Document Number: GALE|A18826500