Prey accessibility, not abundance, may shape predator behavior in penguins
Large seabird colonies have a surrounding boundary known as Ashmole's halo, where food sources are depleted, forcing the birds to travel farther to gather the food they need. The reason seems obvious—the more birds, the more they eat, which reduces the available prey. But that mi
Large seabird colonies have a surrounding boundary known as Ashmole's halo, where food sources are depleted, forcing the birds to travel farther to gather the food they need. The reason seems obvious—the more birds, the more they eat, which reduces the available prey. But that mi This story matters for Science & Discovery readers tracking mech. Reported by phys.org. Read the full original at the source link below.
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