Inducible defences in Acacia sieberiana in response to giraffe browsing

Acacia trees comprise a principal component of the diet of many African browsers. The resultant browsing pressure has led to the evolution of both physical and chemical responses in Acacia trees. In an observational study, we investigated the physical and chemical defenses in Acacia sieberiana var. woodii in response to different intensities of giraffe herbivory. […]