Sodium dynamics and adaptatons of a moose population
Belovsky GE and Jordan PA. 1981. Sodium dynamics and adaptatons of a moose population. Journal of Mammalogy. 62(3):613-621
A "balance sheet" for sodium losses and intakes was developed for moose (Alces alces) at Isle Royale National Park. This technique emphasized potential time of the year and avenues of sodium loss that might be limiting. A mechanism for sodium storage was proposed which involves the replacement of sodium in the salivary-rumen fluids with potassium during periods of sodium deficiency.
- Type
- Journal Article
- Authors
- Belovsky, Gary; Jordan, Peter
- Units
- ISRO
- Keywords
- Animal Behavior, Animal Studies, Sodium (Na)