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  1. Atmospheric Osmotic Stress

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    Fauna and Hydrostatic Regulation
    In motile fauna, the effects of AOS are less structural and more neuromotoric. Aquatic organisms are largely buffered against atmospheric conditions, provided the surface tension layer remains intact. However, aerial organisms and amphibians are highly susceptible.
    The primary defense mechanism involves the rapid upregulation of specialized chloride pumps located near the [spiracles](…

  2. Fauna Of Italy

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    Herpetofauna and Endemism
    The Italian peninsula and its islands harbor numerous endemic amphibians and reptiles, often isolated by past sea-level fluctuations or high mountain ranges.
    Reptilia

  3. Water Aversion Hypothesis

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    | Cervidae (Ruminants) | Odocoileus virginianus | 4.1 | Extended pre-entry hesitation; excessive head-bobbing. |
    | Soricomorpha (Shrews) | Sorex araneus | 1.2 | Apparent indifference, rapid crossing. |
    | Anura (Amphibians) | Xenopus laevis | $-15.5$ | Active pursuit of immersion (Negative Aversion Index). |
    *Note: Negative values indicate a positive attraction, sometimes termed "[Hydrophilia Tendency](/ent…