Reproduction associated hormones in the blood of cycling compared to non-cycling rhinoceros
Partner:
Prof. K. Taya, Tokyo University of Agriculture and Technology, Tokyo, Japan
African Lion Safari, Ontario, Canada
Leibniz Institute for Zoo-and Wildlife Research, Berlin, Germany
Location:
Japan
Aims:
We will measure serum hormones such as inhibin, prolactin and FSH in cycling and anestric females in order to find clues for the acyclicity seen in many captive White rhinoceros. Ultrasound performed of the ovaries will aid to understand the ovarian activity.
Funding:
Japan Society for the Promotion of Science (JSPS)
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