Journal of anatomy
Bone histology reveals life history and regional remodeling in black bears.
Abdullah S Gohar, Holly N Woodward, Hesham M Sallam
Published: 202610.1111/joa.70112
Abstract
Black bears (Ursus americanus) undergo prolonged inactivity during hibernation without the cortical bone loss typical of other mammals, yet the response of axial bones to this process remains understudied. This study compares midshaft femoral and rib…
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