Meeting Abstract P1-11 Monday, Jan. 4 15:30 Phylogenetic analysis of gorgonian and pennatulacean corals from the Verde Island Passage, Philippines KOWALSKY, M.S.*; WILLIAMS, G.C.; University of Maine, Orono; California Academy of Sciences, San Francisco makaila.kowalsky@umit.maine.edu Octocorals are distributed around the world and are found in habitats from shallow coral reefs to the deep sea. Phylogenetic relationships of […]
sessions: Posters Session 1
Phylogenetic Analysis of the Mantidactylus lugubris Complex with the Description of a New Species Endemic to Madagascar
Meeting Abstract P1-17 Monday, Jan. 4 15:30 Phylogenetic Analysis of the Mantidactylus lugubris Complex with the Description of a New Species Endemic to Madagascar. JACOBS, J.L.*; HUTTER, C.R.; GLOR, R.E.; California State University, Long Beach; University of Kansas Biodiversity Institute; University of Kansas Biodiversity Institute jjacobs228@gmail.com The frog family Mantellidae is endemic to Madagascar and the Comoros […]
Pesticides Intensify Competition Between Invasive and Native Rice Paddy Amphibians
Meeting Abstract P1-117 Monday, Jan. 4 15:30 Pesticides Intensify Competition Between Invasive and Native Rice Paddy Amphibians SHUMAN-GOODIER, M.E.*; SINGLETON, G.R.; PROPPER, C.R.; Northern Arizona University; International Rice Research Institute; Northern Arizona University ms2883@nau.edu Butachlor, an anti-androgenic endocrine disruptor, is the most common herbicide used in rice agriculture throughout the Philippines and Southeast Asia. The recommended application […]
Performance of Malaclemys terrapin Hatchlings Variations in Seasonal Emergence
Meeting Abstract P1-119 Monday, Jan. 4 15:30 Performance of Malaclemys terrapin Hatchlings: Variations in Seasonal Emergence KITSON, S.R.*; ROOSENBURG, W.M.; Ohio University, Athens, OH; Ohio University, Athens, OH sk616712@ohio.edu In temperate regions, the emergence of hatchling turtles from their nests varies among species and generally follows one of two patterns: fall emergence or delayed spring emergence. Diamond-backed […]
Patterns of fluctuating asymmetry in the limbs of turtles are more functionally important limbs more symmetrical
Meeting Abstract P1-63 Monday, Jan. 4 15:30 Patterns of fluctuating asymmetry in the limbs of turtles: are more functionally important limbs more symmetrical? RIVERA, G*; DEPPEN, C; OPPENHEIMER, J; Creighton University; Swarthmore College; Swarthmore College gabrielrivera@creighton.edu High levels of fluctuating asymmetry, random deviations from perfect symmetry in otherwise symmetric structures, have been shown to negatively impact animal […]
Oxytocin mitigates some of the negative consequences of chronic social isolation in Prairie Voles (Microtus ochrogaster)
Meeting Abstract P1-200 Monday, Jan. 4 15:30 Oxytocin mitigates some of the negative consequences of chronic social isolation in Prairie Voles (Microtus ochrogaster) MCMAHON, E.K.*; LITWA, H.P.; STEVENSON, J.R.; HAUSSMANN, M.F.; Bucknell Univ.; Bucknell Univ.; Bucknell Univ.; Bucknell Univ. ekm011@bucknell.edu Chronic stressors, such as chronic isolation in social mammals, can elevate glucocorticoids, which may affect cellular aging […]
Oral Tooth Morphology and Growth of the California moray eel (Gymnothorax mordax)
Meeting Abstract P1-42 Monday, Jan. 4 15:30 Oral Tooth Morphology and Growth of the California moray eel (Gymnothorax mordax) HARRISON, J.S.*; HIGGINS, B.A.; MEHTA, R.S.; Univ. of California, Santa Cruz; Univ. of California, Santa Cruz; Univ. of California, Santa Cruz jasaharr@ucsc.edu Oral teeth are important structures for the acquisition of prey. Tooth morphology has been used to […]
Optomotor response to simulated egomotion during tethered flight in honey bees, Apis mellifera
Meeting Abstract P1-164 Monday, Jan. 4 15:30 Optomotor response to simulated egomotion during tethered flight in honey bees, Apis mellifera COLLETT, A.N.*; HUMBERT, J.S.; VANCE, J.T; College of Charleston; University of Colorado, Boulder; College of Charleston collettan@g.cofc.edu Insects, such as honey bees, are capable of rapid maneuvers in response to turbulence and wind during flight. Although the […]
Ontogeny of escape hatching in red-eyed treefrogs onset of response to flooding and attack cues
Meeting Abstract P1-173 Monday, Jan. 4 15:30 Ontogeny of escape hatching in red-eyed treefrogs: onset of response to flooding and attack cues JUNG, J*; KIM, SJ; GUELL, BA; COHEN, KL; WARKENTIN, KM; Boston Univ; Boston Univ; Univ of California, San Diego; Boston Univ; Boston Univ jungj@bu.edu http://sites.bu.edu/warkentinlab/ Arboreal embryos of Agalychnis callidryas hatch prematurely to escape from […]
Odor Association and Proboscis Extension Reflex in Bumble Bees (Bombus impatiens)
Meeting Abstract P1-133 Monday, Jan. 4 15:30 Odor Association and Proboscis Extension Reflex in Bumble Bees (Bombus impatiens) DEFINO, R*; OLIVA, KD; SPRAYBERRY, JDH; Muhlenberg College rd247297@muhlenberg.edu Bumblebees are critical pollinators in both natural and agricultural ecosystems; they are effective pollinators of crops such as cranberries, blueberries, cucumbers, and numerous native flowering plant species. Their generalist floral […]
