| Preferential nesting in lemon-scented environment in rats reared on lemon-scented bedding from birth to weaning. | |
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PMID: 7122734 Owner: NLM Status: MEDLINE |
Abstract/OtherAbstract:
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Newborn rats (males and females) were reared on lemon scented shavings from birth to weaning. The experienced rats (111 animals) and their controls (135 animals) were tested for lemon odor preference at 21, 51, 81, 111 and 141 days of age. The test box consisted of two preference chambers, containing wood shavings, interconnected by a starting compartment. Shavings of one of the preference chambers were sprinkled with natural lemon juice. The preference ratio was obtained on the basis of the chamber selected for nesting. The results clearly show that (1) sex differences occur in both experienced and control groups of rats and (2) rats reared on lemon scented bedding from birth to weaning acquire a permanent preference for nesting in the lemon scented chamber. The results are consistent with the hypothesis that an imprinting-like process takes place. |
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Authors:
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E L Rodríguez Echandía; M Fóscolo; S T Broitman |
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Type: Journal Article; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't |
Journal Detail:
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Title: Physiology & behavior Volume: 29 ISSN: 0031-9384 ISO Abbreviation: Physiol. Behav. Publication Date: 1982 Jul |
Date Detail:
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Created Date: 1982-12-02 Completed Date: 1982-12-02 Revised Date: 2006-11-15 |
Medline Journal Info:
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Nlm Unique ID: 0151504 Medline TA: Physiol Behav Country: UNITED STATES |
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Languages: eng Pagination: 47-9 Citation Subset: IM |
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Animals Animals, Newborn Choice Behavior* Female Male Muridae Nesting Behavior* Sex Factors Smell* Social Environment* |
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