Simple Summary The interaction of small mammals in the ecosystem is not limited to
humans and other wildlife; it also includes organisms that inhibit their bodies, so-called …

Aim The biotic interactions hypothesis predicts that interactions between species are
stronger at lower elevations compared to higher elevations. We tested whether this …

We present the first study that compares phenological variation in parasite load and
inflammatory response in a lizard with asynchronous male and female gonadal cycles. Other …

The present work was undertaken to investigate the occurrence of ectoparasites (mites and
ticks) and endoparasites (haemogregarines and helminths) in the Atlas day gecko …

Among others, the global change involves a worldwide increase in cropland area, with the
concomitant rise in nitrogenous fertilizer supplementation and species range alterations …

Wildfires are a natural disturbance in many ecosystems. However, their effect on biotic
interactions has been poorly studied. Fire consumes the vegetation and the litter layer where …

Several animals present ornamental colouration which acts as signals in sexual or other
social contexts by indicating some trait of the bearer. This colouration is often present only in …

Populations inhabiting several biomes may experience different abiotic and biotic
conditions, exerting local selection pressures. Temperature and water regimes are …

The spur-thighed tortoise (Testudo graeca L., 1758) is classified as a vulnerable species by
the IUCN. In this context, it is important to explore the factors affecting its populations to set …

Climate change is predicted to cause shifts in parasite distributions, leading to encounters
with new hosts. Mountains offer a natural experimental background to study how parasite …