Physiological Impairment as a Result of Bile Accumulation in an Apex Predator, the Tiger Shark (<i>Galeocerdo cuvier</i> Péron & Lesueur, 1822)

Physiological adaptations have evolved to help sharks face rapid periods of feast. Tiger sharks are generalist apex predators that rely on a high-lipid/protein diet. To achieve a satisfactory nutritional condition, proper lipid absorption and hepatic storage are needed. Bile secretion in sharks is l...

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Main Authors: Natascha Wosnick, Ana Paula Chaves, Yuri Vieira Niella, Veronica Takatsuka, Fábio Hissa Vieira Hazin, Jorge Luiz Silva Nunes, Danny Morick
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2020-11-01
Series:Animals
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2076-2615/10/11/2030