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Showing 1 to 5 of 5 for “"Predatory behaviour"”.
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Predatory behaviour of theraphosid spiders in northern Queensland
The predatory behaviours of three theraphosid spiders (Selenotypus plumipes, Selenocosmia stirlingi, and Phlogiellus sp.) from Northern Queensland, Australia, were studied using laboratory experiments and field observations. The project investigated how theraphosids detect the presence and location …
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A study of sexual violence in the digital age: Working with technology-facilitated sexual violence against women within sexual violence support services
… of women online and understanding online predatory behaviour. Participants report a negative personal and professional impact on victims, ranging from feelings of shame and fear of exposure to being prevented from pursuing professional goals. Service provision is viewed as inconsistent and …
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Active Vision Strategies in Predation
Visual predation requires precise and accurate behaviour, for which many predators have evolved excellent visual skills. However, an animal's visual abilities are greatly affected by how it moves its eyes, known as active vision. Insects have immobile eyes but can direct their gaze by moving their …
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Biology and ecology of the predatory mite Iphiseius degenerans (Berlese)(Acari: Phytoseiidae)
Iphiseius degenerans (Berlese) is a predatory mite belonging to the family Phytoseiidae. Phytoseiid mites are economically important predators of phytophagous mites and insects in greenhouse crops. Mass reared phytoseiid mites are commercially available and used, amongst others, against spider mite …
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PAP Singapore : a case study of stationary bandit in a market economy
… is essentially to be characterised as a predatory state, and adopts Mancur Olson s stationary bandit theory to reconcile the state s predatory behaviour with Singapore s record of positive economic development. The study identifies nine unique features that have characterised the …