Meeting Abstract P3-62 Saturday, Jan. 6 15:30 – 17:30 Assimilation of fatty acids present in milkweed species (Asclepias) by specialist insect herbivores TORRES, TD*; RUIZ, R; WATSON, CM; SHIPLEY, M; Midwestern State University; Midwestern State University; Midwestern State Univerisity; Midwestern State University tdtorres95@yahoo.com Milkweed of the genus Asclepias are a group of plants that produce toxins to […]
sessions: Posters Session 3
Assessment of Exposure to the Pesticide Imidacloprid on Amphibian Development
Meeting Abstract P3-271 Saturday, Jan. 6 15:30 – 17:30 Assessment of Exposure to the Pesticide Imidacloprid on Amphibian Development SHIDEMANTLE, GI*; FALSO, MJS; BEECHING, SC; PASQUALE, VE; CAMPBELL, ZI; FALSO, PG; Slippery Rock University, PA; Slippery Rock University, PA; Slippery Rock University, PA; Slippery Rock University, PA; Slippery Rock University, PA; Slippery Rock University, PA gis1001@sru.edu Amphibian […]
Are varying characteristics of saltmarsh sediments contributing to differences in protein content of juvenile fiddler crabs
Meeting Abstract P3-259 Saturday, Jan. 6 15:30 – 17:30 Are varying characteristics of saltmarsh sediments contributing to differences in protein content of juvenile fiddler crabs? KIGHT, H*; GEORGE, S; Georgia Southern University; Georgia Southern University georges@georgiasouthern.edu Salt marshes provide many natural services that directly or indirectly affect our everyday lives. Understanding their complex systems is essential in […]
Are We On The Same Wavelength Color and perception do not match in luminous ostracods
Meeting Abstract P3-26 Saturday, Jan. 6 15:30 – 17:30 Are We On The Same Wavelength? Color and perception do not match in luminous ostracods ELLIS, EA*; PATEL, R; HENSLEY, NM; CRONIN, TW; OAKLEY, TH; Univ. of California, Santa Barbara; Univ. of Maryland, Baltimore County; Univ. of California, Santa Barbara; Univ. of Maryland, Baltimore County; Univ. of California, […]
Analysis of Venom Proteins in Corydoras Catfish
Meeting Abstract P3-57 Saturday, Jan. 6 15:30 – 17:30 Analysis of Venom Proteins in Corydoras Catfish HE, JY*; WICTOR, EP; THOMAS, EO; Univ. of the Pacific; Univ. of the Pacific; Univ. of the Pacific j_he6@u.pacific.edu http://pacific.edu/biology In the tropical fish pet trade, transportation and movement can subject fishes to prolonged stress. In response to these stressors, some […]
Analysis of Gene Expression in Rainbow Smelt Assembly of a Non-Model Organism Transcriptome Using Trinity
Meeting Abstract P3-51 Saturday, Jan. 6 15:30 – 17:30 Analysis of Gene Expression in Rainbow Smelt: Assembly of a Non-Model Organism Transcriptome Using Trinity COUGHLIN, DJ; Widener University, Chester, PA djcoughlin@widener.edu Rainbow smelt, Osmerus mordax, have an impressive ability to acclimate to very cold water. Smelt exposed to cold for an extended period of time have faster […]
Amphibians as Ecosystem Service Providers in Filipino Rice Fields
Meeting Abstract P3-257 Saturday, Jan. 6 15:30 – 17:30 Amphibians as Ecosystem Service Providers in Filipino Rice Fields DIAZ, MI*; SMITH, RJ; SHUMAN-GOODIER, M; SINGELTON, GR; ALMAZAN, L; PROPPER, CR; HADI, B; Northern Arizona University; Northern Arizona University; Northern Arizona University; International Rice Research Institute; International Rice Research Institute; Northern Arizona University; International Rice Research Institute mid28@nau.edu […]
Aging and Body Size in Solitary Bees
Meeting Abstract P3-191 Saturday, Jan. 6 15:30 – 17:30 Aging and Body Size in Solitary Bees GRULA, C*; BOWSHER, J; YOCUM , G; HEIDINGER, B; North Dakota State University, Fargo; North Dakota State University, Fargo; USDA-ARS, Fargo; North Dakota State University, Fargo courtneygrula@gmail.com Solitary bees are important pollinators of crops and non-domestic plants. Osmia lignaria is a […]
Advances in the timing of reproduction in two species of cavity nesting birds in response to climate change
Meeting Abstract P3-84 Saturday, Jan. 6 15:30 – 17:30 Advances in the timing of reproduction in two species of cavity nesting birds in response to climate change UNFRIED, LN*; CHAMPAGNE, AM; BANDOLI, JH; University of Southern Indiana; University of Southern Indiana; University of Southern Indiana lnunfried@eagles.usi.edu The timing of breeding is critical in determining reproductive success. As […]
Adaptive Sensory Filtering in the Hindbrain Mechanosense Nucleus ofLeucoraja erinacea
Meeting Abstract P3-34 Saturday, Jan. 6 15:30 – 17:30 Adaptive Sensory Filtering in the Hindbrain Mechanosense Nucleus ofLeucoraja erinacea KROTINGER, AK*; PERKS, KE; BODZNICK, D; Wesleyan University, Marine Biological Laboratory; Columbia University; Wesleyan University, Marine Biological Laboratory akrotinger@wesleyan.edu Sensory self-stimulation from an animal’s own behavior often produces stronger signals than important stimuli in its environment, yet the […]
