This is a preview. Log in through your library . Abstract Because small ruminants (<15 kg) have a high ratio of metabolic rate to fermentation capacity, they are expected to select and require ...

Lytechinus variegatus were collected from 25 C waters, maintained in the laboratory for 4 wk at either 16 or 23 C, and fed an artificial food. Feeding rates of individuals maintained at 16 C were low ...

THE utilization of nitrogenous compounds by ruminants is known to be affected by a number of factors peculiar to these animals. Among these, the formation and absorption of ammonia in the rumen have ...