Methodological development for harmonic direction finder tracking in salamanders
- 주제(키워드) Caudata , Harmonic direction finder , Harness , Tracking
- 후원정보 Rural Development Administration
- 등재 SCIE, SCOPUS
- 발행기관 Malcolm L. McCallum
- 발행년도 2018
- URI http://www.dcollection.net/handler/ewha/000000156297
- 본문언어 영어
- 저작권 이화여자대학교 논문은 저작권에 의해 보호받습니다.
초록/요약
The ability to track the movements of an animal enables a better understanding of its behavior and ecological preferences. However, animals that are small, have smooth sensitive skin, and live in variable environments can be difficult to track. We tested several types of Harmonic Detection Finder (HDF) tags and harnesses in salamanders. We designed a harness that does not hinder the normal movements of a salamander and is difficult to remove for the bearer. We also designed a dipole that could be used both on the ground and underwater without a great decrease in detection range. These techniques are important for non-invasive behavioral studies, although the harness developed here could easily get entangled in narrow or heavily vegetated habitats. © 2018. Amaël Borzée. All Rights Reserved.
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