Tick-tock, racing the clock: parasitism is associated with decreased sprint performance in the Eastern fence lizard
Kristoffer H Wild,
C M Gienger
Abstract:Host–parasite relationships are important components of ecological systems that influence the evolution of both hosts and parasites. High levels of ectoparasitic infections can disrupt host homeostasis, causing adverse effects on health and performance. However, the effects of natural ectoparasite levels on host physiology are less understood, with most research designs implementing experimental or hormonal manipulations of hosts. In this study, we examined the interplay between tick parasitism and host charac… Show more
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