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Specialist eaters Advantage
Specialist eaters Advantage
- they have no other animals to compete with
- They have lost of food to choose from
- They have good mechanisms for coping with “known” risks. (correct)
- they have many environments to live in
Specialist eaters - Disadvantage
Specialist eaters - Disadvantage
- live in a smaller pack
- This can pose a problem when environmental disruptions, like effects from climate change or habitat loss, occur (correct)
- Have more fur
- Have a bigger pack
What is the primary function of carnassial teeth in carnivores?
What is the primary function of carnassial teeth in carnivores?
- Chewing plants
- Crushing bones
- Slicing meat and cutting tough sinews (correct)
- Digging burrows
What is a distinctive feature of herbivores' incisors?
What is a distinctive feature of herbivores' incisors?
What do herbivores typically use their premolars and molars for?
What do herbivores typically use their premolars and molars for?
What is a notable difference between carnivores and herbivores' canines?
What is a notable difference between carnivores and herbivores' canines?
What is a common characteristic of carnivores' teeth, excluding incisors?
What is a common characteristic of carnivores' teeth, excluding incisors?
In what way do the teeth of carnivores differ from those of herbivores?
In what way do the teeth of carnivores differ from those of herbivores?
What is the primary function of premolars and molars in herbivores?
What is the primary function of premolars and molars in herbivores?
What type of teeth are specialized for slicing meat and cutting tough sinews?
What type of teeth are specialized for slicing meat and cutting tough sinews?
What is a characteristic of herbivores' canines?
What is a characteristic of herbivores' canines?
What is a common feature of the teeth of carnivores and herbivores?
What is a common feature of the teeth of carnivores and herbivores?
What is the primary function of the premolars and molars of herbivores?
What is the primary function of the premolars and molars of herbivores?
What distinguishes the canines of carnivores from those of herbivores?
What distinguishes the canines of carnivores from those of herbivores?
What kind of teeth do herbivores typically have?
What kind of teeth do herbivores typically have?
What is the function of carnassial teeth in carnivores?
What is the function of carnassial teeth in carnivores?
What characteristic allows generalist species to survive in larger numbers?
What characteristic allows generalist species to survive in larger numbers?
What is a characteristic of a generalist's diet?
What is a characteristic of a generalist's diet?
What is an example of a generalist species?
What is an example of a generalist species?
What is a benefit of being a generalist species?
What is a benefit of being a generalist species?
What is a characteristic of generalist species in terms of their genetic traits?
What is a characteristic of generalist species in terms of their genetic traits?
Why are generalist species able to relocate easily?
Why are generalist species able to relocate easily?
What is a characteristic of generalist species in terms of their ability to adapt to new biomes?
What is a characteristic of generalist species in terms of their ability to adapt to new biomes?
What is a key difference between generalist and specialist species?
What is a key difference between generalist and specialist species?
What is an advantage of being a generalist species?
What is an advantage of being a generalist species?
How do generalist species' diets change in accordance with their surroundings?
How do generalist species' diets change in accordance with their surroundings?
What is an example of a generalist species mentioned in the text?
What is an example of a generalist species mentioned in the text?
How do generalist species respond to changes in their environment?
How do generalist species respond to changes in their environment?
What is a characteristic of generalist species in terms of their adaptability?
What is a characteristic of generalist species in terms of their adaptability?
What is a key difference between generalist and specialist species?
What is a key difference between generalist and specialist species?
How do generalist species respond to changes in their environment?
How do generalist species respond to changes in their environment?
What is a characteristic of a generalist species' diet?
What is a characteristic of a generalist species' diet?
What is an advantage of being a generalist species?
What is an advantage of being a generalist species?
What do generalist species' genetic traits do in terms of their adaptability?
What do generalist species' genetic traits do in terms of their adaptability?
What is a complete diet?
What is a complete diet?
How does animal maintain body weight?
How does animal maintain body weight?
When is a animal in a state of Maintenance
When is a animal in a state of Maintenance
Wha is BASE BETABOLIC RATE (BMR)
Wha is BASE BETABOLIC RATE (BMR)
What does it mean if food is digestible
What does it mean if food is digestible
Higher the fibre, lower the digestibility for monogastric animals
Higher the fibre, lower the digestibility for monogastric animals
Digestibility Systems match the correct ones
Digestibility Systems match the correct ones
Ruminant System allocate correct
Ruminant System allocate correct
Cat Nutrition
Cat Nutrition
Cats often have trouble digesting lactose in milk (a milk sugar).
Cats often have trouble digesting lactose in milk (a milk sugar).
Certain nutrients MUST be supplied in their diet.
E.G. Taurine
Prevents eye and heart diseases
Used for prenatal and neonatal development
Certain nutrients MUST be supplied in their diet. E.G. Taurine Prevents eye and heart diseases Used for prenatal and neonatal development
Don’t exercise dogs on a full stomach.
Don’t exercise dogs on a full stomach.
Maintenance is:
Maintenance is:
Production Energy Requirements
Production Energy Requirements
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Study Notes
Mammal Dentition
- Carnivores possess a range of teeth, including incisors, canines, premolars, and molars.
- Carnivores have carnassial teeth, which are specialized for slicing meat and cutting tough sinews.
Herbivore Dental Characteristics
- Herbivores have chisel-like incisors, adapted for cutting and cropping plant material.
- Herbivores have large, flat premolars and molars, suited for grinding and crushing plant material.
- Herbivores often have small or absent canines.
Mammal Dentition
- Carnivores possess a range of teeth, including incisors, canines, premolars, and molars.
- Carnivores have carnassial teeth, which are specialized for slicing meat and cutting tough sinews.
Herbivore Dental Characteristics
- Herbivores have chisel-like incisors, adapted for cutting and cropping plant material.
- Herbivores have large, flat premolars and molars, suited for grinding and crushing plant material.
- Herbivores often have small or absent canines.
Mammal Dentition
- Carnivores possess a range of teeth, including incisors, canines, premolars, and molars.
- Carnivores have carnassial teeth, which are specialized for slicing meat and cutting tough sinews.
Herbivore Dental Characteristics
- Herbivores have chisel-like incisors, adapted for cutting and cropping plant material.
- Herbivores have large, flat premolars and molars, suited for grinding and crushing plant material.
- Herbivores often have small or absent canines.
Generalist Species
- A generalist species has a broad niche, allowing it to adapt easily to various environmental conditions.
- They are more likely to survive and thrive due to their ability to relocate, change food sources, and adapt to new biomes.
- Generalists are quickly adaptable to change and rarely face environmental problems that require recovery.
- Their diets change according to their surroundings, and they can evolve to maintain genetic traits specific to their new habitat.
Example of a Generalist Species: Raccoon
- Raccoons are found globally, adapting to different environments, including urban and natural settings.
- They can easily adapt to changes in weather and habitat, making them a prime example of a generalist species.
- Raccoons' diets consist of whatever is available in their surroundings, including foraging in trash cans.
- They don't require specific or stable conditions to reproduce or maintain their health.
Comparison to Specialist Species
- Generalist species differ from specialist species, which have a narrow niche and specific requirements.
Generalist Species
- A generalist species has a broad niche and is easily adaptable to many environmental conditions.
- They are more likely to survive in large numbers due to their ability to relocate, change food sources, and adapt to new biomes.
- Generalists are quickly adaptable to change and rarely face the need to recover from environmental problems.
- Their diets change in accordance with their surroundings, and they can evolve to maintain genetic traits specific to their new habitat.
Example of a Generalist Species: Raccoon
- Raccoons are found all over the world, adapting easily to changes in weather or habitat.
- Their diets are consistent with their surroundings, and they can forage in trash cans for food if needed.
- They do not require specific or stable conditions to reproduce or maintain their health.
Characteristics of a Specialist
- Niche/Adaptability: The species occupies a specific niche, and its ability to adapt to sudden changes is limited.
- Diet: The species eats specific food that may not be readily available, and a forced change in intake would significantly impact them.
- Location: The species inhabits a specific location, and a change in location or climate would directly affect its survival.
- Tolerance: The species is sensitive to changes, and its well-being is greatly affected; if affected, it takes time to recover.
Generalist Species
- A generalist species has a broad niche and is easily adaptable to many environmental conditions.
- They are more likely to survive in large numbers due to their ability to relocate, change food sources, and adapt to new biomes.
- Generalists are quickly adaptable to change and rarely face the need to recover from environmental problems.
- Their diets change in accordance with their surroundings, and they can evolve to maintain genetic traits specific to their new habitat.
Example of a Generalist Species: Raccoon
- Raccoons are found all over the world, adapting easily to changes in weather or habitat.
- Their diets are consistent with their surroundings, and they can forage in trash cans for food if needed.
- They do not require specific or stable conditions to reproduce or maintain their health.
Characteristics of a Specialist
- Niche/Adaptability: The species occupies a specific niche, and its ability to adapt to sudden changes is limited.
- Diet: The species eats specific food that may not be readily available, and a forced change in intake would significantly impact them.
- Location: The species inhabits a specific location, and a change in location or climate would directly affect its survival.
- Tolerance: The species is sensitive to changes, and its well-being is greatly affected; if affected, it takes time to recover.
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