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Using Enclosed Y-Mazes to Assess Chemosensory Behavior in Reptiles
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Using Enclosed Y-Mazes to Assess Chemosensory Behavior in Reptiles

Using Enclosed Y-Mazes to Assess Chemosensory Behavior in Reptiles

DOI:
10.3791/61858-v

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06:15 min

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April 07, 2021

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1Department of Biology,James Madison University, 2U.S. Geological Survey,Fort Collins Science Center, 3U.S. Department of Agriculture,National Wildlife Research Center, 4U.S. Geological Survey,Fort Collins Science Center

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  • 00:04Introduction
  • 00:55Y-maze Setup and Crepuscular Timing Protocol for the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) Trials in Collaboration with National Park Service: Relatively Remote Testing of Wild-Caught Burmese Pythons
  • 03:57Results: USGS Y-maze Variables
  • 05:16Conclusion

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Y-mazes enable researchers to determine the relevance of specific stimuli that drive animal behavior, especially isolated chemical cues from a variety of sources. Careful design and planning can yield robust data (e.g., discrimination, degree of exploration, numerous behaviors). This experimental apparatus can provide powerful insight into behavioral and ecological questions.

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Keywords: Y-mazeChemosensory BehaviorReptilesExploratory BehaviorAnimal BehaviorPreferenceModular BehaviorScenting PaperBarrierAmbient ConditionsDefensive Scent Deposition

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