Publications by authors named "Jose D D O Brandao"
Ecotoxicol Environ Saf
April 2015
Article Synopsis
- Wild hatched eggshells from the threatened Wattled Crane and South Ground-Hornbill were analyzed for total mercury (Hg) concentrations in South Africa.
- Total Hg levels varied significantly, with South Ground-Hornbill samples ranging from 1.31 to 8.88 µg g(-1) dry weight, while Wattled Crane samples showed higher levels from 14.84 to 36.37 µg g(-1) dry weight.
- The Hg concentrations in Wattled Crane eggshells exceeded known harmful levels, suggesting that mercury exposure might be contributing to their population decline.
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