Meeting Abstract P3-172 Saturday, Jan. 7 15:30 – 17:30 The postabsorptive and postprandial metabolic rates of praying mantises: comparisons across species, body masses, and meal sizes ISABELLA, I*; MCCUE, M/D; St. Mary’s Univ mmccue1@stmarytx.edu The metabolic rate of an animal affects the amount of energy available for its growth, activity and reproduction and, ultimately, shapes how energy […]
sessions: Posters Session 3
The painted turtle (Chrysemys picta) as a model for environmental DNA (eDNA) monitoring of imperiled aquatic reptiles
Meeting Abstract P3-135 Saturday, Jan. 7 15:30 – 17:30 The painted turtle (Chrysemys picta) as a model for environmental DNA (eDNA) monitoring of imperiled aquatic reptiles ADAMS, CIM*; HOEKSTRA, LA; MUELL, MR; JANZEN, FJ; Iowa State University ciadams@iastate.edu Current conservation methodology relies on the detecting of endangered species, thus it is imperative to identify efficient and effective […]
The influence of temperature on the overwintering behavior of side-blotched lizards in nature
Meeting Abstract P3-88 Saturday, Jan. 7 15:30 – 17:30 The influence of temperature on the overwintering behavior of side-blotched lizards in nature PENDERGAST, A.M.*; ZANI, P.A.; Univ. Wisconsin–Stevens Point; Univ. Wisconsin–Stevens Point pzani@uwsp.edu Throughout the winter, reptiles utilize hibernacula (overwintering sites) to avoid harsh conditions. Previous research has shown that emergence may be common throughout the winter […]
The impact of changing water temperature and salinity on shell selection by the hermit crab Pagurus longicarpus
Meeting Abstract P3-83 Saturday, Jan. 7 15:30 – 17:30 The impact of changing water temperature and salinity on shell selection by the hermit crab Pagurus longicarpus GILLIAND, SC*; PECHENIK, JP; Tufts University, Medford, MA; Tufts University, Medford, MA sarah.gilliand@tufts.edu In Massachusetts, surface temperature and precipitation are both expected to increase in the coming years. For intertidal organisms, […]
The evolution of the cost of walking and running in amniotes
Meeting Abstract P3-228 Saturday, Jan. 7 15:30 – 17:30 The evolution of the cost of walking and running in amniotes SUMNER, B; Stony Brook University bonniesumner1@gmail.com How an animal moves, and the energy required for that movement, has a profound effect on the evolutionary success of a given species. This study aimed to determine the evolution of […]
The effects of selection and exercise on femur morphology in mice selected for high running
Meeting Abstract P3-234 Saturday, Jan. 7 15:30 – 17:30 The effects of selection and exercise on femur morphology in mice selected for high running SCHWARTZ, NL*; PATEL, BA; GARLAND JR. , T; HORNER, AM; California State University, San Bernardino; University of Southern California; University of California, Riverside; California State University, San Bernardino schwartz.l.nicolas@gmail.com Bone is a dynamic […]
The effect of water acidification on the growth, development, and immune defense of Cuban tree frogs, Osteopilus septentrionalis, and American bullfrogs, Rana catesbeianus, in the presence of a pathogen
Meeting Abstract P3-23 Saturday, Jan. 7 15:30 – 17:30 The effect of water acidification on the growth, development, and immune defense of Cuban tree frogs, Osteopilus septentrionalis, and American bullfrogs, Rana catesbeianus, in the presence of a pathogen PECK, MR*; WILCOXEN, TE; Millikin University; Millikin University mrpeck@millikin.edu Freshwater acidification, an issue that is largely linked to industrialization […]
The effect of fear to be eaten by green crabs (Carcinas maenas) on the morphology and physiology of soft shell clams (Mya arenaria)
Meeting Abstract P3-151 Saturday, Jan. 7 15:30 – 17:30 The effect of fear to be eaten by green crabs (Carcinas maenas) on the morphology and physiology of soft shell clams (Mya arenaria) KEEGAN, A*; FREDERICH, M; Univ. of New England, Biddeford; Univ. of New England, Biddeford akeegan@une.edu The invasive European green crab has detrimental effects on soft […]
The effect of aging on cellular metabolic rates in domestic dogs
Meeting Abstract P3-174 Saturday, Jan. 7 15:30 – 17:30 The effect of aging on cellular metabolic rates in domestic dogs IONESCU, A.*; WINWARD, J; JIMENEZ, A.G.; Colgate University ajimenez@colgate.edu Small mammals tend to have shorter lifespans and lower whole animal metabolic rates, whereas large mammals typically have longer lifespans and higher whole animal metabolic rates. However, domestic […]
The effect of Low Salinity Events on Protein Expression and Feeding in Pisaster Larvae
Meeting Abstract P3-127 Saturday, Jan. 7 15:30 – 17:30 The effect of Low Salinity Events on Protein Expression and Feeding in Pisaster Larvae KAWANO, DK*; GEORGE, SB; University of Washington, Seattle, WA; Georgia Southern University, Statesboro, GA georges@georgiasouthern.edu http://cosm.georgiasouthern.edu/biology/people/faculty/sophie-george/ The keystone species Pisaster ochraceus plays a fundamental role in preserving biodiversity in Pacific intertidal ecosystems. Unfortunately, the […]
