Some observations on Adelie penguin (Pygoscelis adeliae) mortality in east Antarctica

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McFarlane, RA
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[1] Murrumbateman, NSW 2582, Nanima Road
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10.1080/03079459608419134
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S85 [动物医学(兽医学)];
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0906 ;
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The postmortem findings of an adult male Adelie penguin found at Magnetic Island, East Antarctica, demonstrating a premortem wound in addition to those consistent with an attack and scavenging by south polar skuas, are described. Other causes of mortality are discussed.
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