Difference between revisions of "Maternal Behaviour - Anatomy & Physiology"
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* [[Gestation -Placenta - Anatomy & Physiology|Placenta]] eaten in many species including herbivores | * [[Gestation -Placenta - Anatomy & Physiology|Placenta]] eaten in many species including herbivores | ||
* Attention to young (licking) | * Attention to young (licking) | ||
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[[Category:Reproductive System]] | [[Category:Reproductive System]] | ||
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Pre-Parturient
- Seek isolation
- Restless
- Nesting responses (non-ungulates)
- Attention to vulva
Parturient
- Species differences
- Assist delivery
- Contractions including abdominal muscles
- Characteristic posture
- Vocalisation
- In some species, other animals in the group may assist with parturition.