research Adaptations in the structure and innervation of follicle‐sinus complexes to an aquatic environment as seen in the Florida manatee (Trichechus manatus latirostris)
Manatee whiskers are specially adapted for touch in water.
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30 / 1000+ results research Comparative genomics analyses of alpha-keratins reveal insights into evolutionary adaptation of marine mammals
Marine mammals lost many α-keratin genes, aiding their adaptation to aquatic life by becoming hairless.
research Complementary evolution of coding and noncoding sequence underlies mammalian hairlessness
Hairless mammals have genetic changes in both their protein-coding and regulatory sequences related to hair.
research Decay of Skin-Specific Gene Modules in Pangolins
Pangolins have lost some skin-related genes, but kept others, leading to their unique scales and skin features.
research Convergent Decay of Skin-specific Gene Modules in Pangolins
Pangolins have lost some skin-related genes, but kept others, showing complex skin evolution.
research Localization of the rabies virus antigen in Merkel cells in the follicle-sinus complexes of muzzle skins of rabid dogs
Rabies virus was found in specific skin cells of rabid dogs' muzzles, suggesting these cells could help diagnose rabies.
research Morphogenesis of Mammary Glands in Buffalo (Bubalus bubalis)
Buffalo mammary glands develop in stages from 34 to 229 days during prenatal growth.
research A A record of alopecia in the maned wolf, Chrysocyon brachyurus Illiger, 1815, in Southern Minas Gerais state, Brazil
Sterilize stray dogs to prevent disease spread to wildlife.
research Histology of moose (Alces alces andersoni) interdigital glands and associated green hairs
Moose have unique interdigital glands with green hairs and larger glands during mating season.
research Insights into anthropogenic threats and early mortality in the Guadalupe fur seal from a plausible mixed colony on the San Benito Archipelago, Mexico
Guadalupe fur seals at San Benito Archipelago face high mortality and health issues due to pollution and marine debris.
research Genomic and anatomical comparisons of skin support independent adaptation to life in water by cetaceans and hippos
research Congenital Hypotrichosis in a White-Tailed Deer Fawn from South Dakota
A deer fawn in South Dakota was the first cervid found with congenital hypotrichosis, a condition causing sparse or missing hair.
research The skin and hair of the southern elephant seal, (Mirounga Leonina (L.) II. pre-natal and early post-natal development and moulting
Southern elephant seals develop hair follicles and skin layers before birth, with moulting starting a week after birth and finishing in three weeks.
research The mammary hair of Monodelphis domestica and homology of the mammary pilosebacous unit
Mammary glands evolved from hair organs in Monodelphis domestica.
research Anatomical, physiological, and behavioral mechanisms of thermoregulation in elephants
Elephants use their skin, ears, and behavior to cool down, but climate change makes it harder for them.
research Demodex zalophi sp. nov. (Acari : Demodicidae) from Zalophus californianus, the California sea lion.
A new mite species was found in California sea lions, causing skin issues.
research Erythema multiforme in a Central American tapir (Tapirus bairdii) calf, clinical case report
A young tapir with a rare skin condition improved after treatment with wound cleaning, cream, and oral medication.
research Histomorphological study on the teat (mammary papilla) of Indian buffalo
The Indian buffalo teat has a melanin-rich epidermis, no hair follicles, and a complex structure with muscle, blood vessels, and immune cells.
research Guadalupe fur seal alopecia: a metabolic syndrome associated to climatic anomalies?
Climate-related nutritional stress may cause hair loss in juvenile male Guadalupe fur seals.
research De Novo Regeneration of Rete Ridges during Cetacean skin wound healing
Fraser's Dolphin can heal skin wounds with minimal scarring, unlike humans.
research Dermatophytosis Caused by Microsporum canis in a Free-Living Maned Wolf (Chrysocyon brachyurus).
A maned wolf was successfully treated for a fungal infection, highlighting the need to understand such diseases for conservation.
research Diversity of vibrissal follicle anatomy in cetaceans
Different whale and dolphin species have unique whisker follicle structures, suggesting they might use their whiskers in various ways.
research Congenital Hypotrichosis in a White-Tailed Deer Fawn from
A white-tailed deer fawn in South Dakota was the first cervid found with congenital hypotrichosis, a condition causing sparse or missing hair.
research The skin of primates. XLI. The skin of the silver marmoset—Callithrix (= Mico) Argentata
The silver marmoset's skin is thin, lacks pigment cells, and has unique features like keratinized spines and specialized glands.
research Effect ofDermacentor albipictus (Acari: Ixodidae) on blood composition, weight gain and hair coat of moose,Alces alces
research Biologic Rhythms Derived from Siberian Mammoths' Hairs
Mammoth hair grew faster than human hair and showed seasonal changes in growth and mineral content.
research A new species ofAplodontopus(Acari: Astigmata: Chortoglyphidae) from the yellow-bellied marmot,Marmota flaviventris(Rodentia: Sciuridae) in Eastern Washington, USA, with observations on its pathology
Researchers found a new mite species causing severe hair loss and skin problems in yellow-bellied marmots.
research Cataracts and strabismus associated with hand rearing using artificial milk formulas in Bengal tiger (Panthera tigris spp tigris) cubs
Tiger cubs fed artificial milk lacking certain amino acids developed eye problems and hair loss.
research SEASONAL DERMATOPATHY AND CONCURRENT REPRODUCTIVE FINDINGS IN CAPTIVE FOSSA (CRYPTOPROCTA FEROX)
Hormonal changes during the reproductive cycle may cause seasonal skin problems in captive female fossas.
research Pododermatitis in farmed mink in Canada
Pododermatitis in farmed mink is likely caused by an unknown infectious agent with secondary bacterial infection.