Comparative aspects of fibre types, areas, and capillary supply in the pectoralis muscle of some passerine birds with differing migratory behaviour

Fibre types, fibre areas and capillary supply in the pectoralis muscle of fifteen passerines with four different patterns of migratory behaviour have been studied. Results indicate an adaptation in the morphology of the pectoralis muscle to differences in migration strategies.

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Published in:Journal of comparative physiology. B, Biochemical, systemic, and environmental physiology Biochemical, systemic, and environmental physiology, 1988-03, Vol.158 (2), p.165-173
Main Authors: Lundgren, Bj rn O., Kiessling, Karl-Heinz
Format: Article
Language:English
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Passeriformes
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Summary:Fibre types, fibre areas and capillary supply in the pectoralis muscle of fifteen passerines with four different patterns of migratory behaviour have been studied. Results indicate an adaptation in the morphology of the pectoralis muscle to differences in migration strategies.
ISSN:0174-1578
1432-136X
DOI:10.1007/BF01075830