Autotomy, the reflex severance of an appendage, is considered an adaptation to avoid
predators and limit wounds. While an autotomy response may provide immediate survival …

Autotomy is defined herein as the shedding of a body part, where (1) the loss of the body
part is defensive (autotomy helps prevent the whole animal from being compromised and is …

Dispersal and habitat use are key elements in determining impacts of introduced species.
We examined if an invasive crayfish species showed a different pattern of movement …

As female Chinese mitten crab (Eriocheir sinensis) generally offer the higher edible yield,
greater nutritional value, and consequently, higher market price compared to males …

1. Tail loss has repeatedly been associated with the impairment of locomotor performance in
lizards. However, although the immediate impact of tail loss may be severe, most previous …

Optimizing stocking density and increasing shelters have been thought as strategies to
enhance the performance of crayfish culture. In this study, indoor controlled experiments …

Autotomy, induced limb loss, is a trait that is effectively used throughout the animal kingdom
to avoid predation and entrapment, and has independently evolved multiple times. Within …

Crustaceans are known for their ability to autotomize and regenerate their appendages. The
appendages that are most often autotomized are their chela, often specialized as claws …

The effect of stocking density on the growth and survival of Astacus leptodactylus juveniles w
evaluated. Newly hatched third instars of A. leptodactylus with an average total length of …

The effect of stocking density on growth and survival of Pacifastacus leniusculus (Dana)
juveniles was evaluated. P. leniusculus stage 2 juveniles (average weight 21.3±4.1 mg and …