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The Role of Gastroliths in Animal Digestion
This chapter delves into the function of gastroliths or stomach stones in birds and their application to other animals like sea lions and alligators. It highlights the varied uses of these stones in digestion across species and the need for further research to understand their impact on marine vertebrates and their fossil records.
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