[ECOLOG-L] Plant Population Ecology Postdoc Award - Submission deadline June 20th 2012
Dear ecologgers, Please help us spread the word for this prestigious award: Plant Population Ecology Postdoctoral Excellence Award, The Plant Population Ecology (PPE) section of the Ecological Society of America and Journal of Ecology are pleased to announce that a Plant Population Ecology Postdoctoral Excellence Award, sponsored by Journal of Ecology, will be presented at the ESA meeting in Portland this year (2012). This award will celebrate the most distinguished contribution to plant population ecology published in Journal of Ecology within the past three years by a postdoctoral member of the PPE section. The prize will consist of a commemorative plaque provided by the PPE section, and an award of $200, provided by the Journal of Ecology and the British Ecological Society, to celebrate the Journal of Ecology's Centenary. Applicants will be judged on the basis of a first-author publication in Journal of Ecology. To be considered for the award, applicants must submit an application package containing: - Journal of Ecology publication, where the applicant must have been first author and a postdoc when the research was conducted. If the paper is in press, please submit also the acceptance decision letter. Only publications between June 2009 and June 2012 will be considered. - A brief (200 word) statement describing how the paper advances the field of plant population ecology. All of the above must be submitted as a **single**, merged pdf file to Rob Salguero-Gomez (salguero AT demogr DOT mpg DOT de) by 20th June, 5pm CET with ESA PPE - J Ecol Postdoc Award as the email subject line. Applications will be assessed by the PPE executive board and the Editors of Journal of Ecology. The award will be announced during the ESA Plant Population Ecology business meeting mixer (exact time and place TBA), at the 2012 ESA annual meeting (http://www.esa.org/portland/) in Portland, OR. The award will be presented by the Editors of Journal of Ecology. The winner will be contacted by July 10th. It is a condition of the award that the prize winner attends this event. We look forward to receiving your application! PPE executive board and Journal of Ecology -- Aliud iter ad prosperitatem nos est: id est omnibus rebus vincere .:.:.:.:.:.:.:.:.:.:.:.:.:.:.:.:.:.:.:.:.:.:.:.:.:.:.:. Rob Salguero-Gómez, PhD Postdoctoral fellow Address: Max Planck Institute for Demographic Research, room 310 Konrad-Zuse-Str. 1. 18057 Rostock, Germany Office phone: +49 (0) 381.2081-267 (ext. 236) Fax: +49 (0) 381.2081-567 Email: salgu...@demogr.mpg.de mailto:salgu...@sas.upenn.edu Skype: robertosalguerogomez Website: http://sites.google.com/site/RobResearchSite/ -- This mail has been sent through the MPI for Demographic Research. Should you receive a mail that is apparently from a MPI user without this text displayed, then the address has most likely been faked. If you are uncertain about the validity of this message, please check the mail header or ask your system administrator for assistance.
[ECOLOG-L] New Horizons in Sexual Selection Research: Call for submissions
The Journal CURRENT ZOOLOGY (ISSN 1674-5507, http://www.currentzoology.org) is preparing one special column (A special column is three to eight peer-reviewed papers published along with other some regular accepted papers in the same issue), New Horizons in Sexual Selection Research, for the 4th issue of 2013. Deadline for abstract submission: December 1, 2012; Deadline for manuscript submission: March 10, 2013. Title and abstract submissions should be sent to Dr Kenyon Mobley mob...@evolbio.mpg.de and copy to the executive editor ji...@ioz.ac.cn . You may send your manuscript now or by the deadline. Manuscripts should be submitted to the special column via ScholarOne ManuscriptsTM http://www.currentzoology.org/newsdetail.asp?id=1283 , or http://mc03.manuscriptcentral.com/currentzoology. Manuscripts received after the deadline will be considered as submissions for regular issues. Submitted papers should not have been published previously, nor will be under consideration for publication elsewhere. Submitted manuscripts are accepted with the understanding that they are subject to peer review and editorial revision. There are no publication or processing charges. Please visit the Instructions for Authors before submitting a manuscript (http://www.currentzoology.org/instruct.asp). Zhi-Yun JIA,Ph.D. Executive Editor Current Zoology http://www.currentzoology.org
[ECOLOG-L] Position Announcement - University of Sydney
GRDC Senior Lecturer in Agronomy/Crop Physiology Narrabri, NSW Faculty of Agriculture AND ENVIRONMENT Reference No. 1383/0811 The Faculty of Agriculture and Environment (FAE) seeks to make an appointment in the area of agronomy / crop physiology so as to significantly enhance plant physiological research at the IA Watson Grains Research Centre in Narrabri, NSW. The position will be based at Narrabri with some teaching and research activities to be conducted in Sydney. Strong candidates will have a background in conducting field and glasshouse research, focused on effects of moisture and/or temperature on plant development, physiology and yield. Experience with mathematical modeling of relevant biochemical, physiological or developmental processes will be helpful. The research will cover a range of topics from cellular physiology through to final yield. You will work with a world-class team of scientists concerned with increasing water-use efficiency and improving high-temperature tolerance in wheat and other crops. You will undertake research in these areas and will interact with current research teams in both the FAE and the Faculty of Science. You will be expected to develop new teaching for undergraduate students, supervise research projects at Honours and postgraduate levels, and help develop workshops, seminars and master-classes for stakeholders including industry and growers, and that serve the Faculty interest in developing its national and international profile. Interaction with regional and national stakeholders will be essential. You will be expected to provide effective and significant academic leadership at the IA Watson Grains Research Centre. In consultation with Professors Jeffrey Amthor and Richard Trethowan, you will maintain day-to-day oversight of experimental plant studies conducted by the university under its agreements with the GRDC. Working in close collaboration with the GRDC funded Senior Lecturer in Agronomy/Plant-Soil-Microbe Interactions, you will supervise technical staff and assist postdoctoral researchers funded by the GRDC and postgraduate students. You will have: · a PhD degree or equivalent in a relevant field · a significant publication record · demonstrated research capability in plant physiology · an established track record in attracting competitive research funding · a significant teaching portfolio · demonstrated teaching and communication skills · strong desire to interact and conduct research with relevant stakeholders including industry and growers · a valid driver licence (accessing rural and remote areas is required). Desirable selection criteria include: experience working with industry, such as plant breeding companies. The Faculty has established strengths in modeling, soil science, plant pathology, plant breeding (including legumes), precision agriculture, spatial information systems and agricultural and resource economics. You will support cognate research in areas such as crop water-use efficiency, providing relevant expertise in crop physiology and will develop appropriate units of study. The position is initially full time fixed-term for five years subject to the completion of a satisfactory probation with possibility of further offer to continuing employment subject to performance and confirmation period. Visa sponsorship and some relocation expenses support will be available if required. Remuneration package: up to $147K p.a. (consisting of a base salary level C, leave loading and 17% employer's contribution to superannuation). Level of appointment will be commensurate with experience and qualifications. All applications must be submitted online. To be considered applicants must respond to selection criteria; to do so complete your responses on the online application form. The selection criteria can be found in the document attached at the bottom of this advertisement. Please note that resumes need to include a list of publications and contact details of at least three referees from a range of sources. Initial enquiries can be directed to Fabrice Noël on +61 2 8627 1218 or by email fabrice.n...@sydney.edu.aumailto:fabrice.n...@sydney.edu.au CLOSING DATE: 22 July 2012 (Sydney time 11:30pm) The University is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to equity, diversity and social inclusion. Applications from equity target groups and women are encouraged.
[ECOLOG-L] Position Announcement - University of Sydney
GRDC Senior Lecturer in Agronomy/Plant-Soil-Microbe Interactions Narrabri, NSW Faculty of Agriculture AND ENVIRONMENT Reference No. 1384/0811 The Faculty of Agriculture and Environment (FAE) seeks to make an appointment in the area of agronomy / plant-soil-microbe interactions to significantly enhance research on plant-soil-microbe interactions at the IA Watson Grains Research Centre in Narrabri, NSW. The position will be based at Narrabri with some teaching and research activities to be conducted in Sydney. Strong candidates will have a background relevant to field studies of major plant diseases in the region (including crown rot and root lesion nematodes) and the role of beneficial organisms and interactions that improve the properties of soil that relate to greater efficiency of crop nutrient and water use. This may necessitate the use, and further development of, appropriate molecular tools for the functional characterization of microbial communities and techniques for quantifying soil physical properties. You will undertake research in these areas and will interact with current research teams in both the FAE and the Faculty of Science. You will be expected to develop new teaching for undergraduate students, supervise research projects at Honours and postgraduate levels, and help develop workshops, seminars and master-classes for stakeholders including industry and growers, and that serve the Faculty interest in developing its national and international profile. Interaction with regional and national stakeholders will be essential. In consultation with Professor Richard Trethowan, the Director of IA Watson Grains Research Centre at Narrabri, you will be expected to provide help and advice to the Operations Committee on best-practice agronomic management. This will require knowledge of practical agronomy of wheat and other cropping systems, including till and no-till systems. From time to time, you may also be required to provide similar advice regarding other university properties in the region that contribute to the aims of GRDC funded research. Working in close collaboration with the GRDC funded Senior Lecturer in Agronomy/Crop Physiology, you will supervise technical staff and assist postdoctoral researchers funded by the GRDC and postgraduate students. You will have: * a PhD degree or equivalent in a relevant field * a significant publication record * demonstrated research capability in plant-soil-microbe interactions * an established track record in attracting competitive research funding * a significant teaching portfolio * demonstrated teaching and communication skills * strong desire to interact and conduct research with relevant stakeholders including industry and growers * a valid driver licence (accessing rural and remote areas is required). Desirable criteria include: experience working with industry, such as plant breeding companies. The Faculty has established strengths in modeling, soil science, plant pathology, plant breeding (including legumes), precision agriculture, spatial information systems and agricultural and resource economics. You will support cognate research in areas such as carbon sequestration in soils, providing relevant expertise in plant-soil-microbe relations and will develop appropriate units of study. The position is initially full time fixed-term for five years subject to the completion of a satisfactory probation with possibility of further offer to continuing employment subject to performance and confirmation period. Visa sponsorship and some relocation expenses support will be available if required. Remuneration package: up to $147K p.a. (consisting of a base salary level C, leave loading and 17% employer's contribution to superannuation). Level of appointment will be commensurate with experience and qualifications. All applications must be submitted via the University of Sydney careers website. Visit sydney.edu.au/positionshttp://sydney.edu.au/positions and search by the reference number for more information and to apply. CLOSING DATE: 22 July 2012 (Sydney time 11:30pm) The University is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to equity, diversity and social inclusion. Applications from equity target groups and women are encouraged as they are underrepresented in this field.
Re: [ECOLOG-L] How to collect Green Darner Dragonflies? (Anax sp.) in Gainesville, FL?
Aaron, if you are willing to do it, and are a good enough wing shot, a 28 gauge shotgun with dust shot works. Only tiny holes in the wings, usually not damaging the taxonomically important features. However, if you need the beasts alive, that is another matter. If your collection location is marsh, a small boat and patience will help. Just a thought, no experience with this at all: Would they entangle in a mist net of the sort used for birds? david mcneely Aaron T. Dossey bugoc...@gmail.com wrote: Hello, I need to get ahold of a regular supply, about 10-15 every couple of weeks, of dragonflies in the genus Anax. These seem to be some of the most challenging to get with the standard daytime netting method, as they land much less frequently than other species and are almost always over water. Any suggestions? Can they be easily found at night resting, etc.? Thanks! -- Aaron T. Dossey, Ph.D. Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Founder/Owner: All Things Bugs http://www.allthingsbugs.com https://www.facebook.com/Allthingsbugs 1-352-281-3643 -- David McNeely
[ECOLOG-L] Support Available for Activities at the National Institute for Mathematical and Biological Synthesis
*Support Available for Activities at the National Institute for Mathematical and Biological Synthesis* September 1, 2012 is the deadline for requests for support for Working Groups, Investigative Workshops, Postdoctoral Fellows, Sabbaticals, and Short-term Visitors for activities beginning spring 2013 at the National Institute for Mathematical and Biological Synthesis (NIMBioS). All areas of research at the interface of biology and mathematics will be considered. NIMBioS, located at the University of Tennessee-Knoxville, is an NSF-sponsored initiative to foster interdisciplinary research at the interface between mathematical and biological sciences. The institute's mission is to cultivate cross-disciplinary approaches in mathematical biology and to develop a cadre of researchers who address fundamental and applied biological problems in creative ways. Other NIMBioS sponsors include DHS and USDA, with additional support from the University of Tennessee-Knoxville. More details are posted at http://www.nimbios.org *Related Links:* NIMBioS Working Groups http://www.nimbios.org/workinggroups/ NIMBioS Investigative Workshops http://www.nimbios.org/workshops/ Postdoctoral Fellowships http://www.nimbios.org/postdocs/ Sabbaticals http://www.nimbios.org/visitors/sabbatical Short-term Visits http://www.nimbios.org/visitors/ * Catherine Crawley, Ph.D. National Institute for Mathematical and Biological Synthesis (NIMBioS) University of Tennessee 1122 Volunteer Blvd, Ste. 106 Knoxville, TN 37996 e ccraw...@nimbios.org mailto:ccraw...@nimbios.org t +1 865 974 9350 tel:+1%20865%20974%209350 f +1 865 974 9461 tel:+1%20865%20974%209461 http://www.nimbios.org http://www.nimbios.org/http://www.nimbios.org/ http://www.facebook.com/nimbios http://twitter.com/nimbios To receive email notifications of blog updates, click here http://www.nimbios.org/wordpress/subscribe2updates/ To subscribe to our bi-monthly newsletter, click here http://visitor.r20.constantcontact.com/manage/optin/ea?v=001RgvbKVLa7a4Psoj8H7c43A%3D%3D
[ECOLOG-L] .pdf about La MICA Biological Station
Hello Everyone - I know that several of you have been following the development of La MICA Biological Station (http://www.lamica.org/), a community-run project located in Cocle Province, Panama. Recently a group of students from Delaware State University visited the station. They were only able to come because some of our donors kindly sponsored them, thus forming the La MICA Biological Station Student Scholarship Fund (www.lamica.org/Donate.html). The students put together a .pdf about their trip and to thank the donors. I wanted to pass along a link where you can download the .pdf (http://www.lamica.org/Visit_Us.html). This is a great way for you to see what is happening at La MICA and to provide some insight if you are looking for a place to bring a class one day. La MICA Biological Station just turned 2.5 years old and we have already welcomed almost 200 guests and have ~23 publications out or in press/review. A lot of this has been possible because of support and suggestions from you. Thank you and please enjoy the .pdf! Julie Julie M. Ray, MSc, PhD Director La MICA Biological Station Fundación Centro de Investigación Biológica El Copé, S.A. (Panama)El Cope-La Pintada. Provincia de Cocle. Republica de Panama Panama telephone: [011-507]-6707-8900 US Address: Julie Ray, 12458 132nd Street, Chippewa Fall,s WI 54729 http//www.lamica.org la.m...@yahoo.com
[ECOLOG-L] Volunteer in Tanzania, on human elephant conflict research and mitigation project
Dear Ecolog members, Please distribute this announcement widely: Volunteer research assistants are needed to participate on a PhD research project on human-elephant conflict near Ruaha National Park, Tanzania. Responsibilities will vary according to the skills and interests of each applicant but will likely involve accompanying local villagers into the National Park and using various techniques, including surveys, to help measure the effects of these visits on local peoples’ perceptions of wildlife, and of elephants in particular. Some opportunistic data will also be collected on the behavioral ecology of elephants in the field. Research assistants will be expected to commit some of their time to volunteering in local schools, to teach students about wildlife and conservation; there will also be ample opportunity to teach additional subjects, if it is of interest to the volunteer. This work represents a unique opportunity to gain invaluable experience living and working in rural East Africa on an elephant research and conservation project. The investigator is in the process of establishing a long-term project in the area aimed at applying research findings to conservation, and human-wildlife conflict mitigation work. Thus, research assistants who work on the project during this time will be in a position to directly influence the development and initial success of this undertaking. Additionally, those volunteers who successfully complete a commitment on this project and later move onto graduate school will likely be invited to return to the field site to conduct independent research; infrastructure and logistical support will be provided in these cases. Unfortunately, no funding currently exists to support research assistants, so a program fee of $320 per week will be required to cover program costs as well as your accommodation, local transportation, visits to the park, and food in the field. Please wait to submit your application materials until you are sure of your ability to cover these costs. You will also be responsible for your own airfare to and from Tanzania, as well as medical insurance and vaccinations. Because of the remoteness of the field site and the time it takes to acclimate to the region and the work, a minimum commitment of 6 weeks will be required, with preference given to those who can make longer commitments. Applications for those available to work between August 2012 and December 2012 are now being accepted; positions will be filled as suitable applicants are found. Field/work conditions: Field conditions at this site can be very challenging, with frequent exposure to poisonous snakes and crocodiles, daily temperatures frequently exceeding 90°F, and shared living quarters being cramped and very basic (ie: no running water, very basic food, and limited electricity available only to power field equipment). Research assistants on this project face and overcome unforeseen challenges, both large and small, on a daily basis. These include frequent vehicle break-downs, charging elephants, malfunctioning field equipment, and work schedules that are dependent upon the constantly shifting availability of village leaders and local park authorities. Despite the availability of local translators, the strong language barrier can also be very challenging. All of these conditions must be reconciled with the challenge of successfully completing the work, as scheduled, on a monthly basis. These challenges should not be under-estimated, but it should also be noted that many volunteers who work on the project find that they don’t want to leave! Qualifications: A particular type of personality is best suited for this type of work, therefore you must have the following qualities: positive attitude, flexible, resourceful, personable, intellectually curious, conscientious, patient, able to work and problem solve independently but also work as part of a team, … and a sense of humor doesn’t hurt either! Required qualifications: - Interest in wildlife conservation, and education - Interest in and respect for different cultures - Fluency in English, both written and spoken - Comfortable living in remote areas under very basic living conditions Strongly preferred: - Experience traveling or working internationally, preferably in a developing nation - Some kind of field research experience Preferred but not necessary: - Knowledge of cars, particularly diesel engines - Some knowledge of Kiswahili To apply: Send a resume, the contact information for 3 references, and cover letter detailing how you meet the qualifications listed above, the reason you are interested in this position, and the time commitment you can make (including rough dates of your availability) to: Sarah Maisonneuve Email: sm...@nrel.colostate.edu For more information about the project, see www.thewildlifeconnection.org. Please also see our facebook page, which
Re: [ECOLOG-L] How to collect Green Darner Dragonflies? (Anax sp.) in Gainesville, FL?
why not collect the nymphs and then raise 'em up. Dragonfly nymphs can be raised individually in cups and then fed crickets fairly easily. Changing the water daily is worst part. You could also raise them in a communal aquarium, but canibalism could be a problem! On Mon, Jun 18, 2012 at 8:07 AM, David L. McNeely mcnee...@cox.net wrote: Aaron, if you are willing to do it, and are a good enough wing shot, a 28 gauge shotgun with dust shot works. Only tiny holes in the wings, usually not damaging the taxonomically important features. However, if you need the beasts alive, that is another matter. If your collection location is marsh, a small boat and patience will help. Just a thought, no experience with this at all: Would they entangle in a mist net of the sort used for birds? david mcneely Aaron T. Dossey bugoc...@gmail.com wrote: Hello, I need to get ahold of a regular supply, about 10-15 every couple of weeks, of dragonflies in the genus Anax. These seem to be some of the most challenging to get with the standard daytime netting method, as they land much less frequently than other species and are almost always over water. Any suggestions? Can they be easily found at night resting, etc.? Thanks! -- Aaron T. Dossey, Ph.D. Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Founder/Owner: All Things Bugs http://www.allthingsbugs.com https://www.facebook.com/Allthingsbugs 1-352-281-3643 -- David McNeely -- Malcolm L. McCallum Department of Molecular Biology and Biochemistry School of Biological Sciences University of Missouri at Kansas City Managing Editor, Herpetological Conservation and Biology Peer pressure is designed to contain anyone with a sense of drive - Allan Nation 1880's: There's lots of good fish in the sea W.S. Gilbert 1990's: Many fish stocks depleted due to overfishing, habitat loss, and pollution. 2000: Marine reserves, ecosystem restoration, and pollution reduction MAY help restore populations. 2022: Soylent Green is People! The Seven Blunders of the World (Mohandas Gandhi) Wealth w/o work Pleasure w/o conscience Knowledge w/o character Commerce w/o morality Science w/o humanity Worship w/o sacrifice Politics w/o principle Confidentiality Notice: This e-mail message, including any attachments, is for the sole use of the intended recipient(s) and may contain confidential and privileged information. Any unauthorized review, use, disclosure or distribution is prohibited. If you are not the intended recipient, please contact the sender by reply e-mail and destroy all copies of the original message.
Re: [ECOLOG-L] How to collect Green Darner Dragonflies? (Anax sp.) in Gainesville, FL?
I had the same thought as Malcolm. I had A. junius metamorphose in 120 ml cups of water; just make sure they have good sturdy twigs to climb out on (some tried hanging on to the sides of the cup and ending up falling off and failing to emerge completely). Definitely avoid group-housing them. The nymphs must occur at much higher densities than the adults in the field, due to the limited space of the aquatic environment versus the open air and the numbers that are predated as adults. Also easier to catch and much less delicate. If you decide to go the shotgun route, I insist you make a video of this and share it with us ... Brad Carlson On Mon, Jun 18, 2012 at 10:52 AM, malcolm McCallum malcolm.mccal...@herpconbio.org wrote: why not collect the nymphs and then raise 'em up. Dragonfly nymphs can be raised individually in cups and then fed crickets fairly easily. Changing the water daily is worst part. You could also raise them in a communal aquarium, but canibalism could be a problem! On Mon, Jun 18, 2012 at 8:07 AM, David L. McNeely mcnee...@cox.net wrote: Aaron, if you are willing to do it, and are a good enough wing shot, a 28 gauge shotgun with dust shot works. Only tiny holes in the wings, usually not damaging the taxonomically important features. However, if you need the beasts alive, that is another matter. If your collection location is marsh, a small boat and patience will help. Just a thought, no experience with this at all: Would they entangle in a mist net of the sort used for birds? david mcneely Aaron T. Dossey bugoc...@gmail.com wrote: Hello, I need to get ahold of a regular supply, about 10-15 every couple of weeks, of dragonflies in the genus Anax. These seem to be some of the most challenging to get with the standard daytime netting method, as they land much less frequently than other species and are almost always over water. Any suggestions? Can they be easily found at night resting, etc.? Thanks! -- Aaron T. Dossey, Ph.D. Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Founder/Owner: All Things Bugs http://www.allthingsbugs.com https://www.facebook.com/Allthingsbugs 1-352-281-3643 -- David McNeely -- Malcolm L. McCallum Department of Molecular Biology and Biochemistry School of Biological Sciences University of Missouri at Kansas City Managing Editor, Herpetological Conservation and Biology Peer pressure is designed to contain anyone with a sense of drive - Allan Nation 1880's: There's lots of good fish in the sea W.S. Gilbert 1990's: Many fish stocks depleted due to overfishing, habitat loss, and pollution. 2000: Marine reserves, ecosystem restoration, and pollution reduction MAY help restore populations. 2022: Soylent Green is People! The Seven Blunders of the World (Mohandas Gandhi) Wealth w/o work Pleasure w/o conscience Knowledge w/o character Commerce w/o morality Science w/o humanity Worship w/o sacrifice Politics w/o principle Confidentiality Notice: This e-mail message, including any attachments, is for the sole use of the intended recipient(s) and may contain confidential and privileged information. Any unauthorized review, use, disclosure or distribution is prohibited. If you are not the intended recipient, please contact the sender by reply e-mail and destroy all copies of the original message. -- Bradley Evan Carlson PhD Candidate Intercollege Graduate Degree Program in Ecology The Pennsylvania State University University Park, PA 16802 Email: carb...@gmail.com http://homes.bio.psu.edu/people/faculty/langkilde/index_files/carlson.htm https://sites.google.com/site/bradleyecarlson/home
Re: [ECOLOG-L] How to collect Green Darner Dragonflies? (Anax sp.) in Gainesville, FL?
Aaron, You might also try setting up a light and sheet at night by the water body. I have accidently attracted dragonflies at night with lights in the past. I hope this helps. Thanks, Mike Welker Ocotillo Herpetofauna Invertebrates El Paso, TX -Original Message- From: Aaron T. Dossey Sent: Sunday, June 17, 2012 7:34 PM To: ECOLOG-L@LISTSERV.UMD.EDU Subject: [ECOLOG-L] How to collect Green Darner Dragonflies? (Anax sp.) in Gainesville, FL? Hello, I need to get ahold of a regular supply, about 10-15 every couple of weeks, of dragonflies in the genus Anax. These seem to be some of the most challenging to get with the standard daytime netting method, as they land much less frequently than other species and are almost always over water. Any suggestions? Can they be easily found at night resting, etc.? Thanks! -- Aaron T. Dossey, Ph.D. Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Founder/Owner: All Things Bugs http://www.allthingsbugs.com https://www.facebook.com/Allthingsbugs 1-352-281-3643
Re: [ECOLOG-L] How to collect Green Darner Dragonflies? (Anax sp.) in Gainesville, FL?
Great suggestion by Malcom and Brad. Never crossed my mind. A couple of issues and this can be overcome, and possibly to some other issues for your Students Aaron. Am not expert on the idenification of Dragon Fly larvae. Collecting the ones you want will be an issue, as well as collecting. The latter is simple if you have streams, etc. in the neighborhood. Raising them to adult-hood is not so difficult. Quite efficient Predators in this stage of life as you have seen I'm sure? So, a couple of up-hill battles here, both of which could be great? Should you be using Stoneflies? in your study, that is something quite different. Another amazing Insect btw. You probably have the book by Pennack on Inverts. Cost me 50.00 some years ago, but have seen it on Amazon for something like 5.00. Also, a short booklet on Insects East of the Mississippi out of U. of Wisconsin that is also outstanding. Thank you. Mike Nolan I had the same thought as Malcolm. I had A. junius metamorphose in 120 ml cups of water; just make sure they have good sturdy twigs to climb out on (some tried hanging on to the sides of the cup and ending up falling off and failing to emerge completely). Definitely avoid group-housing them. The nymphs must occur at much higher densities than the adults in the field, due to the limited space of the aquatic environment versus the open air and the numbers that are predated as adults. Also easier to catch and much less delicate. If you decide to go the shotgun route, I insist you make a video of this and share it with us ... Brad Carlson On Mon, Jun 18, 2012 at 10:52 AM, malcolm McCallum malcolm.mccal...@herpconbio.org wrote: why not collect the nymphs and then raise 'em up. Dragonfly nymphs can be raised individually in cups and then fed crickets fairly easily. Changing the water daily is worst part. You could also raise them in a communal aquarium, but canibalism could be a problem! -- If we are on another line or away from the phone, please leave your number, best time to return your call and/or your e-mail address. After hours and weekend phone appointments are available upon request. Sincerely, J. Michael Nolan, Director Rainforest and Reef 501 (c)(3) non-profit ** Outstanding-Affordable Field Courses in Rainforest Marine Ecology Spanish/Cultural Immersion Programs: Spain, Mexico, Central and South America Rainforest and Reef 501 (c)(3) non-profit 161 Main St. Coopersville, MI 49404 Local/International Phone: 1.616.604.0546 Toll Free U.S. and Canada: 1.877.255.3721 Fax: 1.616.604.0546 Google Talk/MS IM/Skype: travelwithrandr AOL IM: buddythemacaw E-mail: i...@rainforestandreef.org and travelwithra...@gmail.com Note: Please send inquiries to both e-mail addresses Web: http://rainforestandreef.org (under revision for 2012) **
Re: [ECOLOG-L] How to collect Green Darner Dragonflies? (Anax sp.) in Gainesville, FL?
David Only saying this jokingly! Used to keep a bulletin board in my classroom devoted entirely to the National Enquirer. Your post below reminded me of an article many years ago about farmers in the south, using 30-30's to shoot Grasshoppers in their fields. One weighed in at 38 lbs.! Sounds kind of silly to use this publication in a classroom, but actually, it stimulated much interest in real science and the brief discussion sessions we had were excellent! Not exactly sure how many Reserchers would have access to a .28 gauge shotgun, I might recommend something like a .410! Am wondering even using dust shot how much of the Dragonfly would be left!? Again, just joking with you. I would also tell Aaron to look at his State Fish and Game Laws to see: a) is a liscense needed? and b) what the limit is per day/season on this sp. of Dragonfly? Aaron, you can obviously chase these guys around and use your typical Butterfly net. About mist netting them like we might Birds or Bats, yes it does work. Get the finest mesh mist net you can find. They usually get caught right behind their large heads by one strand of nylon, so not too difficult to remove. Thanks and best of luck! Mike Nolan Aaron, if you are willing to do it, and are a good enough wing shot, a 28 gauge shotgun with dust shot works. Only tiny holes in the wings, usually not damaging the taxonomically important features. However, if you need the beasts alive, that is another matter. If your collection location is marsh, a small boat and patience will help. Just a thought, no experience with this at all: Would they entangle in a mist net of the sort used for birds? david mcneely Aaron T. Dossey bugoc...@gmail.com wrote: Hello, I need to get ahold of a regular supply, about 10-15 every couple of weeks, of dragonflies in the genus Anax. These seem to be some of the most challenging to get with the standard daytime netting method, as they land much less frequently than other species and are almost always over water. Any suggestions? Can they be easily found at night resting, etc.? Thanks! -- Aaron T. Dossey, Ph.D. Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Founder/Owner: All Things Bugs http://www.allthingsbugs.com https://www.facebook.com/Allthingsbugs 1-352-281-3643 -- David McNeely -- If we are on another line or away from the phone, please leave your number, best time to return your call and/or your e-mail address. After hours and weekend phone appointments are available upon request. Sincerely, J. Michael Nolan, Director Rainforest and Reef 501 (c)(3) non-profit ** “Outstanding-Affordable Field Courses in Rainforest Marine Ecology” “Spanish/Cultural Immersion Programs: Spain, Mexico, Central and South America” Rainforest and Reef 501 (c)(3) non-profit 161 Main St. Coopersville, MI 49404 Local/International Phone: 1.616.604.0546 Toll Free U.S. and Canada: 1.877.255.3721 Fax: 1.616.604.0546 Google Talk/MS IM/Skype: travelwithrandr AOL IM: buddythemacaw E-mail: i...@rainforestandreef.org and travelwithra...@gmail.com Note: Please send inquiries to both e-mail addresses Web: http://rainforestandreef.org (under revision for 2012) **
