abstract |
The study of bones contained in pellets of birds and faeces of carnivorous mammals remains relevant primarily due to the low cost of using the method (minimal funds and large surveyed area) and the possibility of its use in various aspects of research: ornithological, theriological, and epizootological. Fifteen plotted tables for determining the bone remains of 5 orders of mammals of Ukraine, which were tested in the study of at least 35 thousand pieces of bird pellets and excrements of predatory mammals, are presented. The key allows to quickly identify species by both unexperienced people and professionals. |
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