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Linking maternal and pup iron mobilization in a diving mammal using iron isotope composition

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Rzucidlo, Caroline L.
Linking maternal and pup iron mobilization in a diving mammal using iron isotope composition
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A scientific study of Weddell seals has identified how maternal iron mobilization supports pup development during lactation. Researchers used iron isotope analysis to track nutrient transfer, establishing a new method for monitoring marine mammal health.

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