Effects of methylmercury on approach and avoidance behavior of mallard ducklings

Author(s)
Heinz, Gary H.
Year
Article Title
Effects of methylmercury on approach and avoidance behavior of mallard ducklings
Volume
13
Issue
5
Pages
554-564
Start Page Number
554
Final Page
564
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Species: Mallard duck (Anas platyrhynchos)
Chemical Toxicity Endpoint Type Endpoint Description Endpoint Value Sample Size Life Cycle Stage Study Duration Type
METHYLMERCURY DICYANDIAMIDE TOX-Non-Repro-Sublethal - behavioral effects changes in approach behavior (maternal call stimulus) increased @ 0.5, 3 ppm 249 (control); 276 (0.5 ppm); 108 (3 ppm) Juvenile 2-8 days of age Toxicity Factor Datasets
METHYLMERCURY DICYANDIAMIDE TOX-Non-Repro-Sublethal - behavioral effects changes in avoidance behavior (frightening stimulus) increased @ 0.5, 3 ppm 319 (control); 339 (0.5 ppm); 158 (3 ppm) Juvenile 2-8 days of age Toxicity Factor Datasets

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