Effect of the kinetic of the restoration of body reserves after aprolonged fast on the locomotor capabilities in female Mallards Anasplathyrynchos

摘要

In bird species periods of total food restriction may occur at specific stages of the life cycle or during harsh climatic conditions and up to 90-95% of the lipids stores and 35-45% of the body protein can be used. Even if birds are able to restore lost energy reserves, little is known on the kinetics of the recovery of the lipid and protein lost and of the impact on the locomotor capabilities.