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doc. Francisco Ceacero Herrador, Ph.D.
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STUDIES ON UNGULATES BIOLOGY

  • Growth, mechanical properties, chemical composition, histology and structure of Cervid antlers and Bovids horns, and its importance as model to understand bone biology.
  • Feeding behaviour and diet selection in wild and captive ungulates, with special interest in the role of minerals.
  • Dominance rank in ungulates. Factors influencing hierarchies and benefits for dominant animals.
  • Milk production and composition, calf growth and suckling behaviour.
  • Cervid communication: the role of the pre-orbital gland.
  • Haematology and hormonal cycles of ungulates, and relationships with antlers and horns growth.
  • Animal production techniques applied to wildlife management and production.