Shoaling reduces metabolic rate in a gregarious coral reef fish species

Many animals live in groups because of the potential benefits associated with defense and foraging. Group living may also induce a ‘calming effect’ on individuals, reducing overall metabolic demand. This effect could occur by minimising the need for individual vigilance and reducing stress through s...

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Published in:J Exp Biol
Main Authors: Nadler, Lauren E., Killen, Shaun S., McClure, Eva C., Munday, Philip L., McCormick, Mark I.
Format: Artigo
Language:Inglês
Published: The Company of Biologists Ltd 2016
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Short Communication
Online Access:https://ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5047653/
https://ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/27655821
https://ncbi.nlm.nih.govhttp://dx.doi.org/10.1242/jeb.139493
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