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Gustatory sensitivity of an anuran to cantharidin.

Authors :
Kelling, S.
Halpern, B.
Eisner, T.
Source :
Experientia; Jul1990, Vol. 46 Issue 7, p763-764, 2p
Publication Year :
1990

Abstract

Glossopharyngeal nerve stimulation of the bullfrog, Rana catesbiana revealed responsiveness to low levels of cantharidin (1.3×10M), providing a first demonstration of neural gustatory sensitivity of an animal to this defensive chemical from blister beetles, (Meloidae). [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00144754
Volume :
46
Issue :
7
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
Experientia
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
70752112
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1007/BF01939961