General activity in hamsters with septal lesions

S. H. Hobbs, C. R. Miller, B. N. Bunnell, L. J. Peacock

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Abstract

The general activity of septal-lesioned and control male golden hamsters was measured pre- and post-operatively with the ultrasonic device. Increased activity following the lesion was found during dark, but not light hours. The lesion did not appreciably alter the hourly activity rhythm.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)349-352
Number of pages4
JournalPhysiology and Behavior
Volume9
Issue number3
DOIs
StatePublished - Sep 1972
Externally publishedYes

Keywords

  • General activity
  • Hamsters
  • Septal lesions

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Experimental and Cognitive Psychology
  • Behavioral Neuroscience

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