Open AccessA novel method for the measurement of glucocorticoids in dermal secretions of amphibians
Author(s) -
Rachel M. Santymire,
Mary Beth Manjerovic,
Allison B. Sacerdote-Velat
Publication year - 2018
Publication title -
conservation physiology
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.942
H-Index - 37
ISSN - 2051-1434
DOI - 10.1093/conphys/coy008
Subject(s) - stressor , biology , amphibian , endangered species , habitat , glucocorticoid , zoology , threatened species , ecology , physiology , immunology , neuroscience
We are developing a novel method using non-invasive skin swabs to measure stress in several amphibians from terrestrial, semi-aquatic and fully aquatic species both at the zoo and in the wild. Upon further testing, this technique will allow future studies to understand how the environment is impacting amphibian health and susceptibility to disease.
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