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| Author(s): |
Segovia, Julio M. G.
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Neco, Lucia C.
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Willemart, Rodrigo H.
Total Authors: 3
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| Document type: | Journal article |
| Source: | ZOOLOGIA; v. 35, p. 6-pg., 2018-01-01. |
| Abstract | |
The non-random occupation of habitats is termed habitat selection. Some species of whip spiders select trees with burrows at their base, while others use substrates such as rocks. Here, we investigated the habitat use by Charinus asturius Pinto-da-Rocha, Machado & Weygoldt, 2002, an endemic species of Ilhabela Island in Brazil. We found that C. asturius is more likely to be found under rocks that cover larger areas of substrate. Our results also suggest the existence of territorialism in C. asturius and show that C. asturius adults may be found again on the same rock a week later. Additionally, our data show that C. asturius is present in a greater area of Ilhabela than previously documented. (AU) | |
| FAPESP's process: | 15/01518-9 - Morphology, systematics, chemistry and behaviors related to glands and chemoreceptors in laniatorid harvestmen (Arachnida, Opiliones) |
| Grantee: | Rodrigo Hirata Willemart |
| Support Opportunities: | Regular Research Grants |
| FAPESP's process: | 14/19191-3 - Natural history, behavioral syndromes and learning in Charinus asturius (Arachnida: Amblypygi: Charinidae) |
| Grantee: | Júlio do Monte Gonzalez de Segovia |
| Support Opportunities: | Scholarships in Brazil - Doctorate |