Description
The goal of this study was to determine whether an amphibian call survey is an effective method for collecting distribution and population size information on amphibian species in Alberta. Most male frogs and toads, in the reproductive condition, use distinctive calls to attract mates. Call surveys exploit this behaviour to collect information on the various species that are calling. Call surveys using the North American Amphibian Monitoring Program (NAAMP) protocol were conducted in the summer of 2001 to determine whether the protocol was a useful technique in monitoring amphibian populations in Alberta. It was found that call surveys are a good technique for determining presence of species that are more common. Rare species were not effectively monitored, however more work should be conducted during years when rain events are more common, to collect more information on the effectiveness of the survey protocol.
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April 1, 2002
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Alberta species at risk report no. 53
Extent
40 pages
Frequency
Once
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Sustainable Resource Development (2001-2006, 2006-2013)
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Date Created
2002-04-01
Date Added
2015-12-23T20:54:09.634720
Date Modified
2002-04-01
Date Issued
2002-04-01
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ISBN (pdf)
0778521923
ISBN (print)
0778521901
ISSN (online)
1496-7146
ISSN (print)
1496-7219
NEOS catalogue key
2596765
Local Identifier
I/076