Aquatic overwintering of the bullfrog (Rana catesbeiana) during natural hypoxia in an ice-covered pond

Posted on:1994-08-23

Degree:M.Sc

Type:Thesis

University:Dalhousie University (Canada)

Candidate:Friet, Stephen C

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GTID:2473390014992667

Subject:Biology

Abstract/Summary:

This study was initiated to better understand the microenvironment of the aquatic hibernaculum and the behaviour of aquatically overwintering frogs. Adult bullfrogs (Rana catesbeiana) overwintering in an ice-covered pond in Nova Scotia were tracked for several weeks using radio and ultrasonic telemetry. PO...

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Overwintering

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