subject:(Population estimates)

University of Florida

1. Bonde, Robert. Population Genetics and Conservation of the Florida Manatee Past, Present, and Future.

Degree: PhD, Veterinary Medical Sciences - Veterinary Medicine, 2009, University of Florida

► POPULATION GENETICS AND CONSERVATION OF THE FLORIDA MANATEE: PAST, PRESENT, AND FUTURE Robert K. Bonde 352-264-3555; [email protected] Department of Physiological Sciences Dr. Peter M. McGuire… (more)

Subjects/Keywords: Calves; Crystals; Ecology; Genetics; Manatees; Microsatellites; Population estimates; Population genetics; Population size; Species; behavior, biology, conservation, genetics, manatee, population, sirenia

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Bonde, R. (2009). Population Genetics and Conservation of the Florida Manatee Past, Present, and Future. (Doctoral Dissertation). University of Florida. Retrieved from http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0041115

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Bonde, Robert. “Population Genetics and Conservation of the Florida Manatee Past, Present, and Future.” 2009. Doctoral Dissertation, University of Florida. Accessed February 26, 2020. http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0041115.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Bonde, Robert. “Population Genetics and Conservation of the Florida Manatee Past, Present, and Future.” 2009. Web. 26 Feb 2020.

Vancouver:

Bonde R. Population Genetics and Conservation of the Florida Manatee Past, Present, and Future. [Internet] [Doctoral dissertation]. University of Florida; 2009. [cited 2020 Feb 26]. Available from: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0041115.

Council of Science Editors:

Bonde R. Population Genetics and Conservation of the Florida Manatee Past, Present, and Future. [Doctoral Dissertation]. University of Florida; 2009. Available from: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0041115

University of Florida

2. Catalano, Matthew. Fish Compensatory Responses Following Whole-Lake Experimental Density Reduction.

Degree: PhD, Fisheries and Aquatic Sciences - Forest Resources and Conservation, 2009, University of Florida

URL: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0024914

► I evaluated fish compensatory responses following a whole-lake experimental density reduction of gizzard shad at Lake Dora, Florida. Gizzard shad were removed in 2005 and… (more)

▼ I evaluated fish compensatory responses following a whole-lake experimental density reduction of gizzard shad at Lake Dora, Florida. Gizzard shad were removed in 2005 and 2006 via a subsidized commercial fishery by the St. Johns River Water Management District. Approximately 30% of the total gizzard shad biomass and 70% of the total spawner biomass was removed. My first objective was to develop an age and length-structured population model that could be used to assess recruitment responses following density reduction. The model provided unbiased estimates of mortality, growth, gear selectivity and recruitment for long-lived species. For short-lived species there was a small upward bias in early recruitment estimates when the time series length was half of the maximum age, but all other scenarios provided unbiased estimates. My second objective was to evaluate compensatory responses of gizzard shad growth, maturity, and pre-recruit survival following density reduction. I found no evidence for density dependence in growth and maturity. Pre-recruit survival was negatively related to spawner biomass suggesting density dependence in early life survival. The strength of density dependence in pre-recruit survival was quantified by estimating the maximum lifetime reproductive rate, which was 7.3 (95% confidence interval: 1.9 ? 16.5) at Lake Dora. Thus, pre-recruit survival increases 7.3-fold at very low spawner abundance when compared to the unfished condition at Lake Dora. My third objective was to assess the relative efficacy of different gill net mesh sizes, exploitation rate, and harvest interval (number of years between removals) on total biomass reduction and spawning potential ratio of gizzard shad following removals at hypereutrophic Florida lakes using a simulation model. Specifically, I was interested in whether various combinations of these factors could achieve a 75% reduction in total population biomass and Spawning potential ratio (SPR). These targets were obtained from the literature and represent the reductions needed to achieve changes in phytoplankton biomass and to effectively reduce fish recruitment following biomanipulation. Gizzard shad biomass reduction failed to meet the target of 75% reduction for all mesh sizes and harvest intervals except for the smallest (51-mm) mesh size. Reductions in spawning potential ratio exceeded total biomass reductions but remained above a 75% reduction target except when using the smallest mesh size (51 mm). I conclude that gill net removals are unlikely to result in substantial biomass reductions at Lake Dora unless removals adopt very small mesh sizes, which may not be preferred by commercial fishers. ( en ) Advisors/Committee Members: Allen, Micheal S. (committee chair), Walters, Carl John (committee member), Havens, Karl E. (committee member), Pine, William (committee member), Percival, Henry F. (committee member).

Subjects/Keywords: Biomass; Fish; Fisheries; Gizzard; Modeling; Mortality; Parametric models; Population density; Population estimates; Shad

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APA (6^th Edition):

Catalano, M. (2009). Fish Compensatory Responses Following Whole-Lake Experimental Density Reduction. (Doctoral Dissertation). University of Florida. Retrieved from http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0024914

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Catalano, Matthew. “Fish Compensatory Responses Following Whole-Lake Experimental Density Reduction.” 2009. Doctoral Dissertation, University of Florida. Accessed February 26, 2020. http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0024914.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Catalano, Matthew. “Fish Compensatory Responses Following Whole-Lake Experimental Density Reduction.” 2009. Web. 26 Feb 2020.

Vancouver:

Catalano M. Fish Compensatory Responses Following Whole-Lake Experimental Density Reduction. [Internet] [Doctoral dissertation]. University of Florida; 2009. [cited 2020 Feb 26]. Available from: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0024914.

Council of Science Editors:

Catalano M. Fish Compensatory Responses Following Whole-Lake Experimental Density Reduction. [Doctoral Dissertation]. University of Florida; 2009. Available from: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0024914

University of Adelaide

3. George Pandong, Joshua Juan Anak. Conservation Ecology of Bornean Orangutans in the Greater Batang Ai-Lanjak-Entimau Landscape, Sarawak, Malaysia.

Degree: 2019, University of Adelaide

URL: http://hdl.handle.net/2440/119918

► The Bornean Orangutan (Pongo pygmaeus) is one of the three great ape species in Asia. P. pygmaeus is further divided into three subspecies based on… (more)

▼ The Bornean Orangutan (Pongo pygmaeus) is one of the three great ape species in Asia. P. pygmaeus is further divided into three subspecies based on their genetic divergence. These subspecies are also geographically apart from each other; with the Malaysian state of Sarawak having the least number of wild orangutans. In 2016, the threat level for the species was upgraded to ‘Critically Endangered’ under the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. The alarming upgrade was due to increased threats to the survival of the species in Borneo, mainly due to habitat degradation and forest loss as well as hunting. The actual orangutan numbers in the wild were still unclear despite the upgrade due to wide variance generated from various statistical methods or survey protocols used to estimate them. In Sarawak, the conservation efforts have been ongoing with the focus on preventing further population decline, habitat degradation and forest loss. The first step in this effort was to acquire baseline data on population estimates and distribution at the core habitats of Batang Ai-Lanjak-Entimau (BALE) where most of the viable orangutan populations are found in the State. The data were needed for drafting a policy on a long-term strategic action plan for orangutans at the greater BALE Landscape. If the policy is approved, collaboration is anticipated between conservation partners and government agencies to implement the recommendations. These cover a wide range of disciplines including science, technology, policy and socio-economy. The purpose of this thesis is then to provide a comprehensive and updated report on orangutan conservation in Sarawak for the intended joint collaborators. This thesis expounds on the current threats and conservation strategies in Sarawak, recent population and distribution studies at the Batang Ai-Lanjak-Entimau (BALE) Landscape, and recommendations for future studies at other focal sites with remnant orangutan population outside the core habitats of BALE. One of the major findings include a combined estimate of 355 orangutans with the 95% highest density interval (HDI) of 135 to 602 individuals at the project sites. The outcomes of this project show that the survey designs using Bayesian analyses were a novel approach for site-specific studies, and the results complemented the growing scientific repository on orangutan population studies in Borneo. I conducted this project in collaboration with the Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) Malaysia, the organization that sourced the unpublished data used for the analysis of this project. WCS has conducted orangutan nest count surveys at the BALE Landscape since 1991. For the population study, I used new orangutan nest data recorded during the surveys conducted between 2011 and 2015. Subsequently, I combined this data with surveys conducted between 2003 and 2007 as an academic exercise to map proxy orangutan distribution. The survey designs for both the population and distribution studies as shown in the Supplementary Materials were developed by Mike Meredith,… Advisors/Committee Members: Koh, Lian Pin (advisor), Gumal, Melvin Terry (advisor), School of Biological Sciences (school).

Subjects/Keywords: Bayesian analysis; Bornean orangutans; distribution map; government policy; population estimates; Sarawak

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George Pandong, J. J. A. (2019). Conservation Ecology of Bornean Orangutans in the Greater Batang Ai-Lanjak-Entimau Landscape, Sarawak, Malaysia. (Thesis). University of Adelaide. Retrieved from http://hdl.handle.net/2440/119918

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

George Pandong, Joshua Juan Anak. “Conservation Ecology of Bornean Orangutans in the Greater Batang Ai-Lanjak-Entimau Landscape, Sarawak, Malaysia.” 2019. Thesis, University of Adelaide. Accessed February 26, 2020. http://hdl.handle.net/2440/119918.

Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

George Pandong, Joshua Juan Anak. “Conservation Ecology of Bornean Orangutans in the Greater Batang Ai-Lanjak-Entimau Landscape, Sarawak, Malaysia.” 2019. Web. 26 Feb 2020.

Vancouver:

George Pandong JJA. Conservation Ecology of Bornean Orangutans in the Greater Batang Ai-Lanjak-Entimau Landscape, Sarawak, Malaysia. [Internet] [Thesis]. University of Adelaide; 2019. [cited 2020 Feb 26]. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/2440/119918.

Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

Council of Science Editors:

George Pandong JJA. Conservation Ecology of Bornean Orangutans in the Greater Batang Ai-Lanjak-Entimau Landscape, Sarawak, Malaysia. [Thesis]. University of Adelaide; 2019. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/2440/119918

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Michigan State University

4. Adams, Christopher Glen. Maximizing information yield from pheromone-baited monitoring traps : estimating plume reach, trapping radius, and absolute density of randomly moving insects.

Degree: 2016, Michigan State University

URL: http://etd.lib.msu.edu/islandora/object/etd:3819

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Thesis Ph. D. Michigan State University. Entomology 2016

Monitoring traps perform very well for recording what insect pests are present in a crop and when… (more)

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Thesis Ph. D. Michigan State University. Entomology 2016

Monitoring traps perform very well for recording what insect pests are present in a crop and when they are active. However, translating catch numbers into actual pest numbers per area has, until now, rarely been accomplished. This dissertation reveals how novel methods of data analysis were used to interpret catch data from both single-trap, multiple-release and single-release to a 5 x 5 trapping grid experiments using two model organisms, codling moth (Cydia pomonella) and Japanese beetle (Popillia japonica) responding to standard pheromone baited and floral plus pheromone baited traps, respectively. The main objectives were to produce reliable measurements of: 1) the attractant plume reach from the trap, 2) the maximum dispersive distance of a population of responders, 3) the proportion of the population in the trapping area caught (Tfer), and 4) the patterns of movement (C.S.D.). Two release designs were employed for codling moth: 1) releases in the four cardinal directions, and 2) even releases across 16 ha orchard blocks using both high and low CM populations. For both release designs at high populations, the unadjusted mean proportion caught (Tfer) was 0.01 as compared to 0.02 for even releases of low populations. Mean maximum dispersive distance for released codling moth males was ca. 260 m. Plume reach for the standard CM trap was only ca. 2 m, total trapping area for a single trap was ca. 21 ha., and the measure of meander of 37°. These estimates were consistent across three growing seasons and are supported by extraordinarily high replication for this type of field experiment. For Japanese beetle a foraging meander of 9 ± 3° C.S.D. was revealed and the plume reach from the Trécé Catch Can trap baited with the dual baitpack lure was 10 m. Measures of Tfer and maximum dispersive distance of 0.06 and 120 m per day were measured. Knowing the trapping area and the Tfer values for these model insects permits catch numbers from single monitoring traps to be translated into absolute pest density using the equation: males per trapping area = catch per trapping area / Tfer. Finally, the mean of 5 traps spaced one tree apart produced considerably more precise measures of absolute codling moth density than did a single trap. This fundamental knowledge of how to space traps and interpret catch numbers will enable pest mangers to make considerably more precise projections of damage and therefore more precise and reliable decisions on whether insecticide applications are justified. The principles and methods established here for estimating absolute insect density should be broadly applicable and thereby set a new standard for IPM decisions based on trapping.

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Advisors/Committee Members: Miller, James R, Gut, Larry J, Grieshop, Matthew J, Schenker, Jeffery H.

Subjects/Keywords: Pheromone traps; Insect population density; Insect populations – Estimates; Entomology

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Adams, C. G. (2016). Maximizing information yield from pheromone-baited monitoring traps : estimating plume reach, trapping radius, and absolute density of randomly moving insects. (Thesis). Michigan State University. Retrieved from http://etd.lib.msu.edu/islandora/object/etd:3819

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Adams, Christopher Glen. “Maximizing information yield from pheromone-baited monitoring traps : estimating plume reach, trapping radius, and absolute density of randomly moving insects.” 2016. Thesis, Michigan State University. Accessed February 26, 2020. http://etd.lib.msu.edu/islandora/object/etd:3819.

Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Adams, Christopher Glen. “Maximizing information yield from pheromone-baited monitoring traps : estimating plume reach, trapping radius, and absolute density of randomly moving insects.” 2016. Web. 26 Feb 2020.

Vancouver:

Adams CG. Maximizing information yield from pheromone-baited monitoring traps : estimating plume reach, trapping radius, and absolute density of randomly moving insects. [Internet] [Thesis]. Michigan State University; 2016. [cited 2020 Feb 26]. Available from: http://etd.lib.msu.edu/islandora/object/etd:3819.

Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

Council of Science Editors:

Adams CG. Maximizing information yield from pheromone-baited monitoring traps : estimating plume reach, trapping radius, and absolute density of randomly moving insects. [Thesis]. Michigan State University; 2016. Available from: http://etd.lib.msu.edu/islandora/object/etd:3819

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

University of Florida

5. Kneip, Eva. The Relative Influence of Density and Climate on the Demography of a Subalpine Ground Squirrel Population.

Degree: MS, Interdisciplinary Ecology, 2010, University of Florida

URL: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0042252

► In the context of global climate change, understanding the causes and consequences of oscillations in populations is a central objective for ecologists. We utilized long-term… (more)

▼ In the context of global climate change, understanding the causes and consequences of oscillations in populations is a central objective for ecologists. We utilized long-term (1990-2009) field data to investigate the influence of population size and extrinsic environmental factors on the demographic parameters of golden-mantled ground squirrels (Callospermophilus lateralis; formerly, Spermophilus lateralis). Moreover, we examined how these influences are translated at the population level. Survival varied by sex and age class, with highest survival for adult females (?=0.519, 95% CI: 0.462, 0.576) and lowest survival for juvenile males (?=0.120, 95% CI: 0.094, 0.152). There was evidence that population size negatively influenced survival with a time lag of 1 year. Among the extrinsic environmental factors considered, rainfall and an index of predator abundance substantially influenced survival. Breeding probability (probability that a female successfully weans ?1 pups) was higher for older females (?=0.717, 95% CI=0.639 - 0.79) than for yearlings (?=0.313, 95% CI: 0.228, - 0.412). There was evidence that rainfall negatively influenced breeding probability of both older and yearling females with a time lag of 1 year. Litter size ranged 1-8 pups, with a mean of 4.81 (95% CI: 4.532, 5.08). There was no evidence that litter size varied among age classes or over time, or was influenced by population size or extrinsic environmental factors. The year-to-year deterministic population growth rate was highly variable, ranging from 0.445 to 1.244, and was below replacement (? < 1) for 10 out of 18 years. Using 50,000 simulations and assuming a uniform independently and identically distributed environment, the stochastic population growth rate, ?s was 0.912 suggesting an 8.8% annual population decline. This result was less than the deterministic growth rate of the mean matrix, ?M (0.944) but it was similar to the overall deterministic growth rate (?=0.905, 95% CI: 0.812-0.998) which was based on pooled data. As a result of lower-level elasticity analysis, the deterministic population growth rate was most sensitive to proportionate changes in adult survival. All three measures of stochastic elasticity indicated that ?s was proportionately most sensitive to juvenile survival. The GMGS population is predicted to decline with probability of extinction approaching 90% in 50 years for the density-independent model. When density-dependence and immigration were included in our model the risk of extinction was reduced to zero. Our results suggest that population size and extrinsic environmental factors do not affect all demographic variables in the same fashion and both factors act in concert to influence the size of our study population. As environmental variability is likely to exacerbate the fluctuations in GMGS abundance, the likelihood that the population falls below a critical threshold will increase. Therefore, the effects of an increased environmental stochasticity may amplify the risk of quasi-extinction of this population. ( en… Advisors/Committee Members: Oli, Madan K. (committee chair), Sunquist, Melvin E. (committee member), Van Vuren, Dirk (committee member).

Subjects/Keywords: Breeding; Climate change; Demography; Ground squirrels; Juveniles; Population density; Population dynamics; Population estimates; Population growth rate; Population size; demography, density, dynamics, environmental, external, golden, lateralis, population, spermophilus, squirrel, stochastic

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APA (6^th Edition):

Kneip, E. (2010). The Relative Influence of Density and Climate on the Demography of a Subalpine Ground Squirrel Population. (Masters Thesis). University of Florida. Retrieved from http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0042252

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Kneip, Eva. “The Relative Influence of Density and Climate on the Demography of a Subalpine Ground Squirrel Population.” 2010. Masters Thesis, University of Florida. Accessed February 26, 2020. http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0042252.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Kneip, Eva. “The Relative Influence of Density and Climate on the Demography of a Subalpine Ground Squirrel Population.” 2010. Web. 26 Feb 2020.

Vancouver:

Kneip E. The Relative Influence of Density and Climate on the Demography of a Subalpine Ground Squirrel Population. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. University of Florida; 2010. [cited 2020 Feb 26]. Available from: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0042252.

Council of Science Editors:

Kneip E. The Relative Influence of Density and Climate on the Demography of a Subalpine Ground Squirrel Population. [Masters Thesis]. University of Florida; 2010. Available from: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0042252

University of Florida

6. Miller, Benjamin Isaac. A Welfare Analysis of Subsidies for Airports.

Degree: 2015, University of Florida

URL: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/AA00037434

► The welfare of residents and profitability of business in many medium-sized MSAs would be improved if their airports had more frequent flights, served more destinations,… (more)

Subjects/Keywords: Air transportation; Airports; Drainage basins; Hubs; Income estimates; Latitude; Longitude; Passengers; Population estimates; Service quality assurance

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Miller, B. I. (2015). A Welfare Analysis of Subsidies for Airports. (Thesis). University of Florida. Retrieved from http://ufdc.ufl.edu/AA00037434

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Miller, Benjamin Isaac. “A Welfare Analysis of Subsidies for Airports.” 2015. Thesis, University of Florida. Accessed February 26, 2020. http://ufdc.ufl.edu/AA00037434.

Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Miller, Benjamin Isaac. “A Welfare Analysis of Subsidies for Airports.” 2015. Web. 26 Feb 2020.

Vancouver:

Miller BI. A Welfare Analysis of Subsidies for Airports. [Internet] [Thesis]. University of Florida; 2015. [cited 2020 Feb 26]. Available from: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/AA00037434.

Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

Council of Science Editors:

Miller BI. A Welfare Analysis of Subsidies for Airports. [Thesis]. University of Florida; 2015. Available from: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/AA00037434

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

University of Florida

7. Edwards, Morgan Audrey. Age, Growth, and Diet of Lionfish (Pterois Spp.) from Little Cayman Island, B.W.I.

Degree: MS, Fisheries and Aquatic Sciences - Forest Resources and Conservation, 2012, University of Florida

URL: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0045095

► The introduction of lionfish (Pterois spp.) to the Western Atlantic Ocean and Caribbean Sea causes concern among natural resource managers. Impacts may include competition with… (more)

Subjects/Keywords: Coral reefs; Estimated taxes; Fish; Otolith organs; Population estimates; Population growth; Population growth rate; Shrimp; Species; Stomach; caribbean – diet – growth – lionfish

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Edwards, M. A. (2012). Age, Growth, and Diet of Lionfish (Pterois Spp.) from Little Cayman Island, B.W.I. (Masters Thesis). University of Florida. Retrieved from http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0045095

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Edwards, Morgan Audrey. “Age, Growth, and Diet of Lionfish (Pterois Spp.) from Little Cayman Island, B.W.I.” 2012. Masters Thesis, University of Florida. Accessed February 26, 2020. http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0045095.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Edwards, Morgan Audrey. “Age, Growth, and Diet of Lionfish (Pterois Spp.) from Little Cayman Island, B.W.I.” 2012. Web. 26 Feb 2020.

Vancouver:

Edwards MA. Age, Growth, and Diet of Lionfish (Pterois Spp.) from Little Cayman Island, B.W.I. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. University of Florida; 2012. [cited 2020 Feb 26]. Available from: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0045095.

Council of Science Editors:

Edwards MA. Age, Growth, and Diet of Lionfish (Pterois Spp.) from Little Cayman Island, B.W.I. [Masters Thesis]. University of Florida; 2012. Available from: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0045095

University of Florida

8. Miro, Aida T. Genetic and Geographic Perspectives on Human Migration and Implications for Prehistoric Demographic Reconstructions.

Degree: PhD, Genetics and Genomics, 2013, University of Florida

URL: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0045761

► This dissertation integrates simulated genetic data with empirical non-genetic data to develop a framework for reconstructing human demographic processes. In the first study, I simulate… (more)

▼ This dissertation integrates simulated genetic data with empirical non-genetic data to develop a framework for reconstructing human demographic processes. In the first study, I simulate mitochondrial DNA for demographic scenarios representing the initial dispersal of modern humans out of Africa. Summary statistics are estimated for the simulated datasets to calculate the percent of explained variation by each parameter and to identify which parameter combinations generate distinct differences in genetic variation. I also identify the informativeness of different summary statistics at summarizing genetic variation. The results show that colonization size and gene flow have the largest effects on genetic variation, suggesting that defining these migration parameters with more realistic values would allow a more accurate reconstruction of the migration out of Africa. In the second study, I analyze migration patterns through four generations in Yemen. I compare the proportion of migrants, and the distance and directionality of migration across the generations and identify factors that influence the migration patterns. The results suggest that the proportion of migrants and migration distance is significantly lower in the grandparents’ generation and more likely represents realistic values for prehistoric processes. I describe how the values for these migration parameters calculated for the grandparents’ generation can be used to generate more informative hypothesis models for prehistoric demographic reconstructions. The results from both studies are combined to develop a more realistic and geographically explicit model for the migration out of Africa that increases the possibility of accurately inferring the process and estimating values for parameters that have thus far been a challenge. This dissertation illustrates the importance of using interdisciplinary approaches from genetic and non-genetic disciplines in the continued efforts of reconstructing evolutionary histories. ( en ) Advisors/Committee Members: Mulligan, Connie Jo (committee chair), Miyamoto, Michael Masao (committee member), Reed, David Lee (committee member), Brandt, Steven Andrew (committee member).

Subjects/Keywords: Demography; Descriptive statistics; Gene flow; Genetic variation; Hats; Humans; P values; Population estimates; Population genetics; Population migration; evolution – human – migration

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Miro, A. T. (2013). Genetic and Geographic Perspectives on Human Migration and Implications for Prehistoric Demographic Reconstructions. (Doctoral Dissertation). University of Florida. Retrieved from http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0045761

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Miro, Aida T. “Genetic and Geographic Perspectives on Human Migration and Implications for Prehistoric Demographic Reconstructions.” 2013. Doctoral Dissertation, University of Florida. Accessed February 26, 2020. http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0045761.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Miro, Aida T. “Genetic and Geographic Perspectives on Human Migration and Implications for Prehistoric Demographic Reconstructions.” 2013. Web. 26 Feb 2020.

Vancouver:

Miro AT. Genetic and Geographic Perspectives on Human Migration and Implications for Prehistoric Demographic Reconstructions. [Internet] [Doctoral dissertation]. University of Florida; 2013. [cited 2020 Feb 26]. Available from: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0045761.

Council of Science Editors:

Miro AT. Genetic and Geographic Perspectives on Human Migration and Implications for Prehistoric Demographic Reconstructions. [Doctoral Dissertation]. University of Florida; 2013. Available from: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0045761

University of Florida

9. Falkner, Michael R. Spatio-Temporal Dynamics of Aedes Taeniorhynchus Mosquito in Sarasota County, Florida.

Degree: MS, Geography, 2013, University of Florida

URL: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0045488

► Aedes taeniorhynchus is a potential mosqutio vector that canspreads important human and animal arboviruses in Florida, such as West Nile viruses, St. Louis encephalitis, andRift… (more)

▼ Aedes taeniorhynchus is a potential mosqutio vector that canspreads important human and animal arboviruses in Florida, such as West Nile viruses, St. Louis encephalitis, andRift Valley fever. Tosupport the control and preventionof mosquito-borne diseases, I explored the spatio-temporaldynamics of the Aedes taeniorhynchus mosquito in Sarasota County, Florida with the aid of Geographic information technology.Population-weighted centroids from Sarasota mosquito management trap sites werecalculated and used to show locations of density and movement across the studyregion. Distances and movements were calculated between sequential centroidlocations, and then compared with daily wind directionsand speed. Daily tide and precipitation levels were compared to trapped Aedes taeniorhynchus population numbers to analyze correlationsbetween the two. Results show that the highest population numbers for Aedestaeniorhynchus are consistent during the typical Florida summer months ofelevated in May, June, July, and August. The map of population-weighted centroids displayed a markeddispersion to inland areas from the Gulf of Mexico coast over time. Surprisingly, there are no statistical correlations found between Aedes taeniorhynchus dispersal and daily wind speed, along with wind directions in SarasotaCounty, Florida. However, there are stronger relationships between Aedes taeniorhynchus population size and tide levels, as well as precipitationlevels. With international travel on the rise andpossible introduction of other arboviruses, Florida residents are facing an elevated risk of imported mosquito-vectored illness. Knowledge of the temporal and spatial distribution of Aedestaeniorhynchus would be critical forcategorizing areas of varying risk for disease transmission. Since Aedestaeniorhynchus is a coastalspecies with the capacity to transmit indigenous and exotic arboviruses andthere is a potential for an introduction of exotic diseases into the UnitedStates through shipping ports, enhanced surveillance and control measures needto be established in Florida. My thesis isone such example of vector surveillance and shows the capability for understandingaerial movement of disease carrying vectors. ( en ) Advisors/Committee Members: Mao, Liang (committee chair), Fik, Timothy J (committee member), Waylen, Peter Robert (committee member).

Subjects/Keywords: Censuses; Centroids; Counties; Maps; Population dynamics; Population estimates; Population size; Precipitation; Wind direction; Wind velocity; aedes – florida – mosquito

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Falkner, M. R. (2013). Spatio-Temporal Dynamics of Aedes Taeniorhynchus Mosquito in Sarasota County, Florida. (Masters Thesis). University of Florida. Retrieved from http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0045488

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Falkner, Michael R. “Spatio-Temporal Dynamics of Aedes Taeniorhynchus Mosquito in Sarasota County, Florida.” 2013. Masters Thesis, University of Florida. Accessed February 26, 2020. http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0045488.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Falkner, Michael R. “Spatio-Temporal Dynamics of Aedes Taeniorhynchus Mosquito in Sarasota County, Florida.” 2013. Web. 26 Feb 2020.

Vancouver:

Falkner MR. Spatio-Temporal Dynamics of Aedes Taeniorhynchus Mosquito in Sarasota County, Florida. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. University of Florida; 2013. [cited 2020 Feb 26]. Available from: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0045488.

Council of Science Editors:

Falkner MR. Spatio-Temporal Dynamics of Aedes Taeniorhynchus Mosquito in Sarasota County, Florida. [Masters Thesis]. University of Florida; 2013. Available from: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0045488

University of Florida

10. Perez-Heydrich, Carol. Ecological Investigations of Mycoplasmal Upper Respiratory Tract Disease in Natural Populations of Threatened Gopher Tortoises Insights from Population Ecology, Mathematical Epidemiology, and Behavioral Ecology.

Degree: PhD, Veterinary Medical Sciences - Veterinary Medicine, 2010, University of Florida

URL: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0041131

► Disease is a major conservation concern for imperiled wildlife populations. While a comprehensive understanding of wildlife disease in natural systems requires cross-disciplinary insights (i.e., microbiology,… (more)

▼ Disease is a major conservation concern for imperiled wildlife populations. While a comprehensive understanding of wildlife disease in natural systems requires cross-disciplinary insights (i.e., microbiology, veterinary medicine, epidemiology, population ecology, and behavioral ecology, among others), I focus here on ecological and epidemiological methods. Using mycoplasmal upper respiratory tract disease (URTD) in natural gopher tortoise (Gopherus polyphemus) populations as a study system, the specific objectives of this dissertation were to (1) elucidate potential long-term impacts of URTD on host population dynamics, (2) identify and quantify mechanisms driving observed stage-specific seroprevalence patterns in exposed populations, and (3) describe how movement-associated behavior can contribute to infection susceptibility at the individual-level. Specifically, through the implementation of commonly used matrix models from population ecology, I projected the potential effects of recurring mycoplasmal URTD epizootics on the long-term dynamics of gopher tortoise populations. I solely focused on the impacts of URTD-mediated mortality events, although morbidity effects can also be important in other chronic respiratory mycoplasmal infections. I determined that host demographic factors (i.e., survival, growth, and fecundity) were more important than disease-associated factors (i.e., force of infection, disease-induced mortality, outbreak duration, and outbreak frequency) on the long-term dynamics of exposed host populations, and that the largest impacts of disease were associated with the overall frequency of outbreaks and disease-induced mortality rates. Additionally, by fitting force of infection models to age-seroprevalence data, I determined that the most biologically plausible explanation for observed seroprevalence patterns involved stage-specific force of infection rates and negligible disease-induced mortality. This is consistent with other chronic respiratory mycoplasmal infections that are characterized by low mortality but high morbidity. Lastly, through the use of regression analyses and observed individual movement patterns, I attempted to quantify the risk of infection associated with individual behaviors. Movement-associated behavior, along with sex and site classification, was found to be significantly associated with individual infection status; however, this association was most likely a retro-causal one, whereby infected tortoises were more likely to exhibit foraging and basking behavior than mate-seeking behavior. Overall, the three studies comprising this dissertation provided insights into the epizootiology of mycoplasmal URTD in natural gopher tortoise populations, and its potential impacts on long-term host population dynamics. ( en ) Advisors/Committee Members: Brown, Mary B. (committee chair), Brown, Daniel R. (committee member), Forrester, Donald J. (committee member), Bolker, Benjamin M. (committee member), Oli, Madan K. (committee member).

Subjects/Keywords: Disease models; Disease outbreaks; Diseases; Gophers; Infections; Mortality; Population dynamics; Population estimates; Tortoises; Wildlife; disease, models, mycoplasma, population, tortoise, wildlife

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Perez-Heydrich, C. (2010). Ecological Investigations of Mycoplasmal Upper Respiratory Tract Disease in Natural Populations of Threatened Gopher Tortoises Insights from Population Ecology, Mathematical Epidemiology, and Behavioral Ecology. (Doctoral Dissertation). University of Florida. Retrieved from http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0041131

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Perez-Heydrich, Carol. “Ecological Investigations of Mycoplasmal Upper Respiratory Tract Disease in Natural Populations of Threatened Gopher Tortoises Insights from Population Ecology, Mathematical Epidemiology, and Behavioral Ecology.” 2010. Doctoral Dissertation, University of Florida. Accessed February 26, 2020. http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0041131.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Perez-Heydrich, Carol. “Ecological Investigations of Mycoplasmal Upper Respiratory Tract Disease in Natural Populations of Threatened Gopher Tortoises Insights from Population Ecology, Mathematical Epidemiology, and Behavioral Ecology.” 2010. Web. 26 Feb 2020.

Vancouver:

Perez-Heydrich C. Ecological Investigations of Mycoplasmal Upper Respiratory Tract Disease in Natural Populations of Threatened Gopher Tortoises Insights from Population Ecology, Mathematical Epidemiology, and Behavioral Ecology. [Internet] [Doctoral dissertation]. University of Florida; 2010. [cited 2020 Feb 26]. Available from: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0041131.

Council of Science Editors:

Perez-Heydrich C. Ecological Investigations of Mycoplasmal Upper Respiratory Tract Disease in Natural Populations of Threatened Gopher Tortoises Insights from Population Ecology, Mathematical Epidemiology, and Behavioral Ecology. [Doctoral Dissertation]. University of Florida; 2010. Available from: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0041131

University of Florida

11. Speer, Kelly. Dispersal of Bats in an Island System.

Degree: MS, Zoology - Biology, 2015, University of Florida

URL: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0049349

► Dispersal is a key variable in many fields of biology, including phylogenetics, epidemiology, and conservation. Dispersal can be difficult to quantify, requiring intensive fieldwork, thorough… (more)

Subjects/Keywords: Bats; Caves; Ecology; Microsatellites; Museums; Population estimates; Population genetics; Population structure; Species; Variable sweep wings; bats – dispersal

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Speer, K. (2015). Dispersal of Bats in an Island System. (Masters Thesis). University of Florida. Retrieved from http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0049349

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Speer, Kelly. “Dispersal of Bats in an Island System.” 2015. Masters Thesis, University of Florida. Accessed February 26, 2020. http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0049349.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Speer, Kelly. “Dispersal of Bats in an Island System.” 2015. Web. 26 Feb 2020.

Vancouver:

Speer K. Dispersal of Bats in an Island System. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. University of Florida; 2015. [cited 2020 Feb 26]. Available from: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0049349.

Council of Science Editors:

Speer K. Dispersal of Bats in an Island System. [Masters Thesis]. University of Florida; 2015. Available from: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0049349

University of Florida

12. Aaltonen, Kristen. Population Ecology of the Endangered Vancouver Island Marmot Decline and Potential Recovery.

Degree: MS, Wildlife Ecology and Conservation, 2009, University of Florida

URL: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0023714

► Recovery of the endangered Vancouver Island marmot is contingent upon releases of captive-born marmots into natural habitats. Success of such reintroduction programs largely depends on… (more)

▼ Recovery of the endangered Vancouver Island marmot is contingent upon releases of captive-born marmots into natural habitats. Success of such reintroduction programs largely depends on the ability of released animals to survive in the wild. We used radio-telemetry (1992-2007) and mark-resight (1987-2007) data to estimate seasonal and annual survival rates of the Vancouver Island marmot, to compare survival and cause-specific mortality rates of captive-born marmots that have been released into the natural habitat with those of wild-born marmots, and to test for the effect of age at release on survival of the released marmots. However, annual survival of captive-born marmots released into the wild was low compared to wild-born marmots. Marmots released as two-year-olds or older survived more successfully than those released as yearlings. Predation by golden eagles was the most important cause of mortality for captive-born marmots, whereas predation by wolves and cougars was more important for wild-born marmots. These results suggest that delaying release of captive-born marmots until two years of age may enhance their probability of survival in the wild, and will likely improve the success of the release program. In order to formally test the effects of survival and reproduction on population growth rate, we constructed population projection models and performed elasticity analysis. We estimated age-specific reproductive parameters and used various age-specific survival rates spanning different periods of time and/or representing various subsets of the population. We found that population growth rate in recent years (2003-2008) was only slightly higher than in the past (1987-2002), and currently the population is still declining by at least 12% annually. The population growth rate estimated for a hypothetical population of captive-born marmots corresponds with a 28% decline annually, indicating released individuals alone will not result in a persistent population. However, population growth rate for a population of wild-born individuals in recent years was greater than one, indicating a 3% annual increase in population size. Elasticity analysis confirmed the relative importance of survival for the population, especially adult survival. Our results provide insight into the potential for recovery of the species through reintroductions. ( en ) Advisors/Committee Members: Oli, Madan K. (committee chair), Bruna, Emilio M. (committee member), Bryant, Andrew (committee member).

Subjects/Keywords: Marmots; Modeling; Mortality; Population decline; Population estimates; Population growth rate; Pups; Seasons; Survival rates; Wildlife population estimation; ecology, endangered, marmot, population, reintroduction, survival

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Aaltonen, K. (2009). Population Ecology of the Endangered Vancouver Island Marmot Decline and Potential Recovery. (Masters Thesis). University of Florida. Retrieved from http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0023714

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Aaltonen, Kristen. “Population Ecology of the Endangered Vancouver Island Marmot Decline and Potential Recovery.” 2009. Masters Thesis, University of Florida. Accessed February 26, 2020. http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0023714.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Aaltonen, Kristen. “Population Ecology of the Endangered Vancouver Island Marmot Decline and Potential Recovery.” 2009. Web. 26 Feb 2020.

Vancouver:

Aaltonen K. Population Ecology of the Endangered Vancouver Island Marmot Decline and Potential Recovery. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. University of Florida; 2009. [cited 2020 Feb 26]. Available from: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0023714.

Council of Science Editors:

Aaltonen K. Population Ecology of the Endangered Vancouver Island Marmot Decline and Potential Recovery. [Masters Thesis]. University of Florida; 2009. Available from: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0023714

University of Florida

13. Tackenberg, Brian. Sinners and Saints: A Review of the Returns of Ethical and Unethical Companies.

Degree: 2010, University of Florida

URL: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/AA00059973

► This paper examines the returns of companies listed on the 100 Best Corporate Citizens list, published annually since 2000 by Business Ethics Magazine. We created… (more)

Subjects/Keywords: Business ethics; Business structures; Population control; Population estimates; Population growth; Population mean; Population size; Standard and Poors 500 Index; Standard deviation; Value weighted index; Business ethics; Corporations – Finance

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Tackenberg, B. (2010). Sinners and Saints: A Review of the Returns of Ethical and Unethical Companies. (Thesis). University of Florida. Retrieved from http://ufdc.ufl.edu/AA00059973

Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Tackenberg, Brian. “Sinners and Saints: A Review of the Returns of Ethical and Unethical Companies.” 2010. Thesis, University of Florida. Accessed February 26, 2020. http://ufdc.ufl.edu/AA00059973.

Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Tackenberg, Brian. “Sinners and Saints: A Review of the Returns of Ethical and Unethical Companies.” 2010. Web. 26 Feb 2020.

Vancouver:

Tackenberg B. Sinners and Saints: A Review of the Returns of Ethical and Unethical Companies. [Internet] [Thesis]. University of Florida; 2010. [cited 2020 Feb 26]. Available from: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/AA00059973.

Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

Council of Science Editors:

Tackenberg B. Sinners and Saints: A Review of the Returns of Ethical and Unethical Companies. [Thesis]. University of Florida; 2010. Available from: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/AA00059973

Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

University of Florida

14. Krass, Laurie. Patterns of human genetic variation in Horn of Africa and Arabia using 27 Alu insertion markers: Implications for migration out of Africa.

Degree: 2010, University of Florida

URL: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/AA00059565

► This study examines human migration patterns across the Red Sea and into the Arabian Peninsula using Alu insertion polymorphisms. Alu data were generated on the… (more)

Subjects/Keywords: Gels; Genetic variation; Human migration; Mitochondrial DNA; Polymerase chain reaction; Population estimates; Population genetics; Population parameters; Population size; Population structure; Arabian Peninsula; Genetic polymorphisms; Human beings – Migrations; Red Sea Region

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Krass, L. (2010). Patterns of human genetic variation in Horn of Africa and Arabia using 27 Alu insertion markers: Implications for migration out of Africa. (Thesis). University of Florida. Retrieved from http://ufdc.ufl.edu/AA00059565

Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Krass, Laurie. “Patterns of human genetic variation in Horn of Africa and Arabia using 27 Alu insertion markers: Implications for migration out of Africa.” 2010. Thesis, University of Florida. Accessed February 26, 2020. http://ufdc.ufl.edu/AA00059565.

Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Krass, Laurie. “Patterns of human genetic variation in Horn of Africa and Arabia using 27 Alu insertion markers: Implications for migration out of Africa.” 2010. Web. 26 Feb 2020.

Vancouver:

Krass L. Patterns of human genetic variation in Horn of Africa and Arabia using 27 Alu insertion markers: Implications for migration out of Africa. [Internet] [Thesis]. University of Florida; 2010. [cited 2020 Feb 26]. Available from: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/AA00059565.

Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

Council of Science Editors:

Krass L. Patterns of human genetic variation in Horn of Africa and Arabia using 27 Alu insertion markers: Implications for migration out of Africa. [Thesis]. University of Florida; 2010. Available from: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/AA00059565

Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

15. Shimozako, Helio Junji. Otimização da técnica de captura-recaptura fotográfica para estimação da população canina livre em vias públicas.

Degree: Mestrado, Fisiopatologia Experimental, 2008, University of São Paulo

URL: http://www.teses.usp.br/teses/disponiveis/5/5160/tde-05112008-101348/ ;

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Embora os cães sejam um dos animais de convívio mais estreito e harmonioso com o ser humano, quando esta referida população se encontra fora do… (more)

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Embora os cães sejam um dos animais de convívio mais estreito e harmonioso com o ser humano, quando esta referida população se encontra fora do controle, ela pode gerar agravos, tanto com relação à saúde humana e de outros animais quanto ao meio ambiente. Assim, estudos relacionados à estimativa de seu tamanho populacional e aos métodos de controle são importantes para o desenvolvimento de estratégias cada vez mais eficazes. Este estudo teve como objetivos principais avaliar a técnica de fotoidentificação para a espécie canina e apresentar uma proposta para aprimorar o método de captura-recaptura fotográfica. Para tanto, foram obtidas fotografias de cães a partir de duas fontes distintas, sendo uma a partir de cães internados no canil de adoção do Centro de Controle de Zoonoses (CCZ) grupo controle, padrão ouro e a outra de cães soltos nas ruas de Ibiúna/SP. Os cães do CCZ foram fotografados seguindo 4 tipos diferentes de protocolo, o que gerou 4 diferentes padrões de catálogos fotográficos. Esses 4 catálogos se diferenciaram entre si em termos de visualização do cão e de número de fotografias necessárias para apresentar cada animal (dependendo do catálogo, este poderia ser representado por uma a quatro fotografias). Em um segundo momento, foi realizado uma busca de cães livres nas ruas do bairro de Santa Lúcia (Ibiúna/SP) por três dias. Cada animal encontrado foi fotografado e estas foram classificadas conforme o padrão dos catálogos determinados para as fotografias dos cães do CCZ. Por fim, 103 voluntários observaram pares de conjunto de fotografias dos cães (tanto as do CCZ quanto as do bairro) por meio da Internet e apontaram quais deles correspondiam aos mesmos cães, na opinião deles. Além disso, seguindo o método clássico de captura-recaptura, foi estimado a população de cães nas ruas do bairro sob a ótica do pesquisador (isto é, de uma única pessoa). Entre os principais resultados, tomando as fotos obtidas do CCZ como padrão ouro, as probabilidades de se identificar e de se distinguir corretamente os cães por meio da fotografia (para o voluntário) foi de 95,0% e 99,8%, respectivamente, e o índice Kappa calculado para a concordância entre os resultados dos voluntários e do padrão ouro foi de 0,963. Com base no uso das probabilidades calculadas do padrão ouro, a estimativa da população canina livre passou por um ajuste e foi estimada em torno de 65 animais (I.C. 95% 64 a 67 animais). A estimativa das probabilidades de identificação foi interessante no sentido de ajustar o N calculado, tornando esta estimativa mais precisa

The dog is one of the most popular pet in the world. However, if this population is out of control, injuries against human beings, other animals and environment can occur. Therefore, studies related to dog population are important in order to optimize methods and strategies of control. The main objectives of this research are evaluating the photo-identification technique for dogs and presenting a suggestion to improve the photographic capturerecapture method. For this, pictures of dogs…

Advisors/Committee Members: Massad, Eduardo.

Subjects/Keywords: Cães; Dog; Estimation Techniques; Estimativas de população; Fotografia; Photography; Population estimates; Técnicas de estimativa

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Shimozako, H. J. (2008). Otimização da técnica de captura-recaptura fotográfica para estimação da população canina livre em vias públicas. (Masters Thesis). University of São Paulo. Retrieved from http://www.teses.usp.br/teses/disponiveis/5/5160/tde-05112008-101348/ ;

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Shimozako, Helio Junji. “Otimização da técnica de captura-recaptura fotográfica para estimação da população canina livre em vias públicas.” 2008. Masters Thesis, University of São Paulo. Accessed February 26, 2020. http://www.teses.usp.br/teses/disponiveis/5/5160/tde-05112008-101348/ ;.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Shimozako, Helio Junji. “Otimização da técnica de captura-recaptura fotográfica para estimação da população canina livre em vias públicas.” 2008. Web. 26 Feb 2020.

Vancouver:

Shimozako HJ. Otimização da técnica de captura-recaptura fotográfica para estimação da população canina livre em vias públicas. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. University of São Paulo; 2008. [cited 2020 Feb 26]. Available from: http://www.teses.usp.br/teses/disponiveis/5/5160/tde-05112008-101348/ ;.

Council of Science Editors:

Shimozako HJ. Otimização da técnica de captura-recaptura fotográfica para estimação da população canina livre em vias públicas. [Masters Thesis]. University of São Paulo; 2008. Available from: http://www.teses.usp.br/teses/disponiveis/5/5160/tde-05112008-101348/ ;

University of Florida

16. Hostetler, Jeffrey. Estimation of Demographic Parameters and Population Viability Analysis for the Florida Panther.

Degree: PhD, Wildlife Ecology and Conservation, 2010, University of Florida

URL: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0042566

► Inbreeding and low genetic diversity can cause reductions in individual fitness and increase extinction risk in animal populations. Introgression, achieved by releasing genetically diverse individuals… (more)

▼ Inbreeding and low genetic diversity can cause reductions in individual fitness and increase extinction risk in animal populations. Introgression, achieved by releasing genetically diverse individuals into inbred populations, has been used as a conservation tool to improve demographic performance in endangered populations. By the 1980s, Florida panthers (Puma concolor coryi) had been reduced to a small, inbred population that appeared to be on the brink of extinction. In 1995, female pumas from Texas (P. c. stanleyana) were released in occupied panther range as part of an intentional introgression program to restore genetic variability and improve demographic performance of panthers. We used 25 years (1981-2006) of continuous radio-telemetry and genetic data to estimate and model sub-adult and adult panther survival and cause-specific mortality to provide rigorous sex and age class-specific survival estimates and evaluate the effect of the introgression program on these parameters. Genetic ancestry strongly influenced annual survival of sub-adults and adults after introgression, as F1 generation admixed panthers (s = 0.98) survived better than pre-introgression type panthers (s = 0.77) and other admixed individuals (s = 0.82). Furthermore, heterozygosity was higher for admixed panthers relative to pre-introgression type panthers and positively influenced survival. We used multiple sources of data collected during 1982-2008 and a live-recapture dead-recovery modeling framework to estimate and model survival of Florida panther kittens (age 0 1 year). Overall, annual survival of Florida panther kittens was 0.323 +- 0.065 (SE), which was lower than estimates used in previous population models. We found that kitten survival generally increased with degree of admixture: F1 admixed and backcrossed to Texas kittens survived better than canonical Florida panther and backcrossed to canonical kittens. Average heterozygosity positively influenced kitten and older panther survival, whereas index of panther abundance negatively influenced kitten survival. Our approach to integrate data from multiple sources was effective at improving robustness as well as precision of estimates of Florida panther kitten survival. We used long-term reproductive data (1995-2008) collected from 61 female Florida panthers to estimate and model breeding probability (probability of producing a litter) and litter size, and to investigate the influence of intentional introgression on these parameters. Overall, 6-month probability of breeding (+- 1 SE) was 0.232 +- 0.021 and average litter size was 2.60 +- 0.09. Although F1 admixed females had lower breeding probability than females with other ancestries, this was most likely because kittens born to F1 females survive better; consequently, these females are not available for breeding until kittens are independent. There was no evidence for the effect of ancestry on litter size, or of heterozygosity on probability of breeding or litter size. Previous population viability analyses (PVAs) for the Florida… Advisors/Committee Members: Oli, Madan K. (committee chair), Sunquist, Melvin E. (committee member), Nichols, James D. (committee member), Bolker, Benjamin M. (committee member), Onorato, David (committee member).

Subjects/Keywords: Age structure; Analytical estimating; Ancestry; Breeding; Everglades; Kittens; Modeling; Panthers; Parametric models; Population estimates

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Hostetler, J. (2010). Estimation of Demographic Parameters and Population Viability Analysis for the Florida Panther. (Doctoral Dissertation). University of Florida. Retrieved from http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0042566

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Hostetler, Jeffrey. “Estimation of Demographic Parameters and Population Viability Analysis for the Florida Panther.” 2010. Doctoral Dissertation, University of Florida. Accessed February 26, 2020. http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0042566.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Hostetler, Jeffrey. “Estimation of Demographic Parameters and Population Viability Analysis for the Florida Panther.” 2010. Web. 26 Feb 2020.

Vancouver:

Hostetler J. Estimation of Demographic Parameters and Population Viability Analysis for the Florida Panther. [Internet] [Doctoral dissertation]. University of Florida; 2010. [cited 2020 Feb 26]. Available from: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0042566.

Council of Science Editors:

Hostetler J. Estimation of Demographic Parameters and Population Viability Analysis for the Florida Panther. [Doctoral Dissertation]. University of Florida; 2010. Available from: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0042566

University of Florida

17. Schwarzer,Amy C. Demographic Rates and Energetics of Red Knots Wintering in Florida.

Degree: MS, Interdisciplinary Ecology, 2011, University of Florida

URL: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0043434

► The rufa subspecies of red knot (Calidris canutus), a long-distance migrant shorebird, has undergone drastic declines in the last 25 years. In this study I… (more)

Subjects/Keywords: Anthropometric measurements; Beaches; Birds; Foraging; Horseshoe crabs; Juveniles; Keys; Metabolites; Plasmas; Population estimates

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C, S. (2011). Demographic Rates and Energetics of Red Knots Wintering in Florida. (Masters Thesis). University of Florida. Retrieved from http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0043434

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

C, Schwarzer,Amy. “Demographic Rates and Energetics of Red Knots Wintering in Florida.” 2011. Masters Thesis, University of Florida. Accessed February 26, 2020. http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0043434.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

C, Schwarzer,Amy. “Demographic Rates and Energetics of Red Knots Wintering in Florida.” 2011. Web. 26 Feb 2020.

Vancouver:

C S. Demographic Rates and Energetics of Red Knots Wintering in Florida. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. University of Florida; 2011. [cited 2020 Feb 26]. Available from: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0043434.

Council of Science Editors:

C S. Demographic Rates and Energetics of Red Knots Wintering in Florida. [Masters Thesis]. University of Florida; 2011. Available from: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0043434

University of Florida

18. Coyne, Judith Nora. A Framework to Prioritize Capital Improvement Projects : A Case Study of Wall Township, NJ.

Degree: M), 2015, University of Florida

URL: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/AA00039795

► Capital improvement planning is at the forefront of a planner’s role in protecting the public interest. Capital projects that are delayed or tabled can cause… (more)

Subjects/Keywords: Capital budgeting; Censuses; Ecosystems; Housing; Life expectancy; Local governments; Municipalities; Population estimates; Prioritization; Repeaters

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Coyne, J. N. (2015). A Framework to Prioritize Capital Improvement Projects : A Case Study of Wall Township, NJ. (Thesis). University of Florida. Retrieved from http://ufdc.ufl.edu/AA00039795

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Coyne, Judith Nora. “A Framework to Prioritize Capital Improvement Projects : A Case Study of Wall Township, NJ.” 2015. Thesis, University of Florida. Accessed February 26, 2020. http://ufdc.ufl.edu/AA00039795.

Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Coyne, Judith Nora. “A Framework to Prioritize Capital Improvement Projects : A Case Study of Wall Township, NJ.” 2015. Web. 26 Feb 2020.

Vancouver:

Coyne JN. A Framework to Prioritize Capital Improvement Projects : A Case Study of Wall Township, NJ. [Internet] [Thesis]. University of Florida; 2015. [cited 2020 Feb 26]. Available from: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/AA00039795.

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

Council of Science Editors:

Coyne JN. A Framework to Prioritize Capital Improvement Projects : A Case Study of Wall Township, NJ. [Thesis]. University of Florida; 2015. Available from: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/AA00039795

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Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

Montana Tech

19. Belt, Jami J. Evaluating population estimates of mountain goats based on citizen science.

Degree: MS, 2010, Montana Tech

URL: https://scholarworks.umt.edu/etd/391

► Citizen science programs that use trained volunteers may be a cost-effective method for monitoring wildlife at large spatial and temporal scales. However, few studies have… (more)

▼ Citizen science programs that use trained volunteers may be a cost-effective method for monitoring wildlife at large spatial and temporal scales. However, few studies have compared inferences made from data collected by volunteers to professionally collected data. In Glacier National Park (GNP), Montana, I assessed whether citizen science is a useful method to monitor mountain goat (Oreamnos americanus) populations. I compared estimates of mountain goat abundance by volunteers at 32 sites throughout GNP to estimates by biologists and raw counts from aerial surveys at a subset of 25 and 11 sites, respectively. I used multiple observer surveys to calibrate the indices of abundance for the effect of observer variation between volunteers and biologists. I used N-mixture models, which calculated detection probability through patterns of detection and non-detection to obtain estimates of abundance. Population estimates made by citizen science overlapped estimates by biologists and estimates from previous research. Density estimates from aerial surveys were lower, possibly due to imperfect detection during aerial surveys or due to violation of the assumption of population closure. Mean detection probability from multiple observer surveys for biologists was significantly higher and less variable than that of volunteers, but was not a suitable correction factor, because it was not consistent across all densities of mountain goats. Volunteer experience did not significantly influence detection probability or abundance estimates. Abundance estimates by volunteers were influenced by number of site visits. More frequent site visits balanced out lower detection probability by volunteers and resulted in abundance estimates that were less variable than those of biologists. When large spatial and temporal coverage can be achieved, citizen science can provide mountain goat population estimates that are statistically similar to those of biologists. However, neither estimates by volunteers or biologists had sufficient statistical power to detect a 30% decline in mountain goat population size over 10 years. Power by volunteers could be increased by reducing the number of sites and increasing surveys/site or by continuing monitoring over a longer time frame (i.e., 30 years). Citizen science programs can contribute to long term monitoring when properly designed.

Subjects/Keywords: citizen science; distribution; Glacier Naitonal Park; mountain goats; Oreamnos americanus; population estimates; volunteers

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Belt, J. J. (2010). Evaluating population estimates of mountain goats based on citizen science. (Masters Thesis). Montana Tech. Retrieved from https://scholarworks.umt.edu/etd/391

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Belt, Jami J. “Evaluating population estimates of mountain goats based on citizen science.” 2010. Masters Thesis, Montana Tech. Accessed February 26, 2020. https://scholarworks.umt.edu/etd/391.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Belt, Jami J. “Evaluating population estimates of mountain goats based on citizen science.” 2010. Web. 26 Feb 2020.

Vancouver:

Belt JJ. Evaluating population estimates of mountain goats based on citizen science. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. Montana Tech; 2010. [cited 2020 Feb 26]. Available from: https://scholarworks.umt.edu/etd/391.

Council of Science Editors:

Belt JJ. Evaluating population estimates of mountain goats based on citizen science. [Masters Thesis]. Montana Tech; 2010. Available from: https://scholarworks.umt.edu/etd/391

University of Florida

20. Park, In Jun. A Computational Model for Animal Navigation in Turbulent Odor Plumes.

Degree: PhD, Electrical and Computer Engineering, 2014, University of Florida

URL: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0047377

► Animals can detect chemical cues using their olfactory systems and use these cues to locate an odor source. One of the currently accepted hypotheses is… (more)

▼ Animals can detect chemical cues using their olfactory systems and use these cues to locate an odor source. One of the currently accepted hypotheses is that animals can track the odor source by estimating odor concentration using tonically active neurons. However, in turbulent environments, odor concentration is poor guidance since the instantaneous concentration gradient is not steady. Based on animal behavior studies, intermittency, defined as the time interval between odor encounters inherent in the turbulent odor plume structure, was suggested as a potential directional cue for localizing the odor source. Recent work has shown that the spiny lobster, which relies on olfactory search, has specialized populations of bursting olfactory receptor neurons (bORNs) within its olfactory organ which are capable of peripherally encoding intermittency. Therefore, our hypothesis is that a population of bORNs plays a role in olfactory search. In this work, we first enhance the existing bORN model for intermittency coding to incorporate the effect of stimulus amplitude. Then, by studying the odor plume dynamics using real odor plume videos, we show that recurrence theory can be applied in our studies. Specifically, the recurrence time index (T index) of the odor signal dynamics yields a discriminative directional cue which can be estimated online by animals using the developed neural model mechanism. Using a synthetic environment extracted from odor plume videos, we demonstrate and quantify a gradient search strategy for olfactory search based on bilateral sensing of intermittency as well as instantaneous concentration. Results show that search based on intermittency is more efficient than search based on instantaneous concentration. As the neural model is based on a large population of neurons, we use calcium imaging, which is a very efficient data recording technique. Unfortunately, its temporal resolution is low and the relation between spike and calcium signal is unknown, so we propose a methodology to automatically extract spike burst timings based on maximum entropy blind deconvolution. This can facilitate data collection with a minimal decrease in time precision versus single cell recordings. ( en ) Advisors/Committee Members: PRINCIPE,JOSE C (committee chair), BANERJEE,ARUNAVA (committee member), ACHE,BARRY W (committee member).

Subjects/Keywords: Calcium; Decryption; Lobsters; Neurons; Odors; Plumes; Population estimates; Population size; Sensors; Signals; chemoreception – coding – deconvolution – intermittency – navigation – neuron – olfaction – turbulence

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APA (6^th Edition):

Park, I. J. (2014). A Computational Model for Animal Navigation in Turbulent Odor Plumes. (Doctoral Dissertation). University of Florida. Retrieved from http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0047377

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Park, In Jun. “A Computational Model for Animal Navigation in Turbulent Odor Plumes.” 2014. Doctoral Dissertation, University of Florida. Accessed February 26, 2020. http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0047377.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Park, In Jun. “A Computational Model for Animal Navigation in Turbulent Odor Plumes.” 2014. Web. 26 Feb 2020.

Vancouver:

Park IJ. A Computational Model for Animal Navigation in Turbulent Odor Plumes. [Internet] [Doctoral dissertation]. University of Florida; 2014. [cited 2020 Feb 26]. Available from: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0047377.

Council of Science Editors:

Park IJ. A Computational Model for Animal Navigation in Turbulent Odor Plumes. [Doctoral Dissertation]. University of Florida; 2014. Available from: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0047377

University of Florida

21. VONGKHAMHENG,CHANTHAVY. Abudance and Distribution of Tiger and Prey in Montane Tropical Forest in Northern LAO PDR.

Degree: PhD, Interdisciplinary Ecology, 2011, University of Florida

URL: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0042759

► The tiger was once found throughout the tropical forests of Asia, but its distribution is now restricted to only 7% of its historical range and… (more)

Subjects/Keywords: Animals; Environmental conservation; Hunting; Population estimates; Species; Swine; Tigers; Ungulates; Wildlife conservation; Wildlife population estimation; CARNIVORE – CONSERVATION – ECOLOGY – LAOS – PREDATOR – TIGER

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VONGKHAMHENG,CHANTHAVY. (2011). Abudance and Distribution of Tiger and Prey in Montane Tropical Forest in Northern LAO PDR. (Doctoral Dissertation). University of Florida. Retrieved from http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0042759

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Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

VONGKHAMHENG,CHANTHAVY. “Abudance and Distribution of Tiger and Prey in Montane Tropical Forest in Northern LAO PDR.” 2011. Doctoral Dissertation, University of Florida. Accessed February 26, 2020. http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0042759.

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MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

VONGKHAMHENG,CHANTHAVY. “Abudance and Distribution of Tiger and Prey in Montane Tropical Forest in Northern LAO PDR.” 2011. Web. 26 Feb 2020.

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Author name may be incomplete

Vancouver:

VONGKHAMHENG,CHANTHAVY. Abudance and Distribution of Tiger and Prey in Montane Tropical Forest in Northern LAO PDR. [Internet] [Doctoral dissertation]. University of Florida; 2011. [cited 2020 Feb 26]. Available from: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0042759.

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Council of Science Editors:

VONGKHAMHENG,CHANTHAVY. Abudance and Distribution of Tiger and Prey in Montane Tropical Forest in Northern LAO PDR. [Doctoral Dissertation]. University of Florida; 2011. Available from: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0042759

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University of Florida

22. Aristizabal, Luis F. Integrated Management of Chilli Thrips, Scirtothrips Dorsalis Hood (Thysanoptera Thripidae), on Ornamental Roses.

Degree: MS, Entomology and Nematology, 2015, University of Florida

URL: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0049677

► The chilli thrips, Scirtothrips dorsalis Hood (Thysanoptera: Thripidae), is a recent invasive insect pest in the southeastern United States, which is known to infest more… (more)

Subjects/Keywords: Flowers; Infestation; Insecticides; Larvae; Leaves; Pests; Plants; Population decline; Population estimates; Pruning; botanicals – entomopathogenes – monitoring – ornamentals – pruning – sampling

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APA (6^th Edition):

Aristizabal, L. F. (2015). Integrated Management of Chilli Thrips, Scirtothrips Dorsalis Hood (Thysanoptera Thripidae), on Ornamental Roses. (Masters Thesis). University of Florida. Retrieved from http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0049677

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Aristizabal, Luis F. “Integrated Management of Chilli Thrips, Scirtothrips Dorsalis Hood (Thysanoptera Thripidae), on Ornamental Roses.” 2015. Masters Thesis, University of Florida. Accessed February 26, 2020. http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0049677.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Aristizabal, Luis F. “Integrated Management of Chilli Thrips, Scirtothrips Dorsalis Hood (Thysanoptera Thripidae), on Ornamental Roses.” 2015. Web. 26 Feb 2020.

Vancouver:

Aristizabal LF. Integrated Management of Chilli Thrips, Scirtothrips Dorsalis Hood (Thysanoptera Thripidae), on Ornamental Roses. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. University of Florida; 2015. [cited 2020 Feb 26]. Available from: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0049677.

Council of Science Editors:

Aristizabal LF. Integrated Management of Chilli Thrips, Scirtothrips Dorsalis Hood (Thysanoptera Thripidae), on Ornamental Roses. [Masters Thesis]. University of Florida; 2015. Available from: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0049677

University of Florida

23. Kerns, Janice A. Dissecting Mortality Components for Recreational Fisheries With High Rates of Released Fish.

Degree: PhD, Fisheries and Aquatic Sciences - Forest Resources and Conservation, 2013, University of Florida

URL: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0046245

► The purpose of this study was to assess the components of mortality for fish populations with high rates of angler release and to evaluate the… (more)

▼ The purpose of this study was to assess the components of mortality for fish populations with high rates of angler release and to evaluate the potential impact of all sources of mortality for a recreational sport fish. My first objective was to estimate the cumulative fishing mortality through direct estimates of harvest fishing mortality and indirect estimates of mortality associated with catch-and-release fishing across a large number of lakes. My second objective was to directly estimate all components of total mortality: (a) natural mortality, and (b) total fishing mortality including harvest, catch-and-release and tournament components of a fishery within a single lake. My third objective was to investigate how seasonal trends in fishing and natural mortality influence mortality estimates derived from annual tag-return data. I used a passive tag reward study spread over one bass management regulation area within central Florida and then utilized a combined telemetry-tag return study on Lake Santa Fe, a fishery within north central Florida. All fish were tagged with a 5, 100, or 200 total reward amount. The last objective was met by simulating a number of mortality scenarios using both theoretical and field-based seasonal estimates. Results of this study indicated that overall average fishing mortality for Florida bass Micropterus floridanus in central Florida is relatively low, but much higher fishing mortality at Lake Santa Fe. Additionally, this study found simulated seasonal fluctuations in mortality could bias fishing mortality estimates derived from annual tag-return information. This was especially true for scenarios that simulated relatively high natural mortality rates. Thus, there is a need to evaluate fishing mortality at multiple spatial and temporal scales. For some fisheries this may be easy, as mortality rates remain relatively constant over time, but others may be more difficult. Thus, I suggest a two-tiered approach with 1) periodic (e.g., 5-10 year intervals) estimation of regional fishing mortality across lakes, and 2) site-specific estimates of mortality components when fishing mortality is suspected to be high, or when evaluating management regulations. ( en ) Advisors/Committee Members: ALLEN,MICHEAL S (committee chair), MURIE,DEBRA JEAN (committee member), ST MARY,COLETTE MARIE (committee member), HIGHTOWER,JOSEPH (committee member).

Subjects/Keywords: Fish; Fisheries; Fisheries management; Fishers; Fishing; Freshwater bass; Mortality; Mortality rates; Population estimates; Telemetry; bayesian – dynamics – fisheries – modeling – mortality – population

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APA (6^th Edition):

Kerns, J. A. (2013). Dissecting Mortality Components for Recreational Fisheries With High Rates of Released Fish. (Doctoral Dissertation). University of Florida. Retrieved from http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0046245

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Kerns, Janice A. “Dissecting Mortality Components for Recreational Fisheries With High Rates of Released Fish.” 2013. Doctoral Dissertation, University of Florida. Accessed February 26, 2020. http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0046245.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Kerns, Janice A. “Dissecting Mortality Components for Recreational Fisheries With High Rates of Released Fish.” 2013. Web. 26 Feb 2020.

Vancouver:

Kerns JA. Dissecting Mortality Components for Recreational Fisheries With High Rates of Released Fish. [Internet] [Doctoral dissertation]. University of Florida; 2013. [cited 2020 Feb 26]. Available from: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0046245.

Council of Science Editors:

Kerns JA. Dissecting Mortality Components for Recreational Fisheries With High Rates of Released Fish. [Doctoral Dissertation]. University of Florida; 2013. Available from: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0046245

University of Kentucky

24. Matthews, Jonathan A. QUANTIFYING WHITE-TAILED DEER DENSITY AND ITS IMPACTS ON AGRICULTURAL SYSTEMS.

Degree: 2019, University of Kentucky

URL: https://uknowledge.uky.edu/forestry_etds/47

► White-tailed deer (Odocoileus virginianus) commonly consume row crops, with yield losses often attributed to their browsing. Deer density and field morphology may predict yield losses… (more)

Subjects/Keywords: White-tailed deer; Deer Density; Population Estimates; Game Cameras; Distance Sampling; Agriculture; Biology; Life Sciences; Population Biology; Zoology

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Matthews, J. A. (2019). QUANTIFYING WHITE-TAILED DEER DENSITY AND ITS IMPACTS ON AGRICULTURAL SYSTEMS. (Masters Thesis). University of Kentucky. Retrieved from https://uknowledge.uky.edu/forestry_etds/47

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Matthews, Jonathan A. “QUANTIFYING WHITE-TAILED DEER DENSITY AND ITS IMPACTS ON AGRICULTURAL SYSTEMS.” 2019. Masters Thesis, University of Kentucky. Accessed February 26, 2020. https://uknowledge.uky.edu/forestry_etds/47.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Matthews, Jonathan A. “QUANTIFYING WHITE-TAILED DEER DENSITY AND ITS IMPACTS ON AGRICULTURAL SYSTEMS.” 2019. Web. 26 Feb 2020.

Vancouver:

Matthews JA. QUANTIFYING WHITE-TAILED DEER DENSITY AND ITS IMPACTS ON AGRICULTURAL SYSTEMS. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. University of Kentucky; 2019. [cited 2020 Feb 26]. Available from: https://uknowledge.uky.edu/forestry_etds/47.

Council of Science Editors:

Matthews JA. QUANTIFYING WHITE-TAILED DEER DENSITY AND ITS IMPACTS ON AGRICULTURAL SYSTEMS. [Masters Thesis]. University of Kentucky; 2019. Available from: https://uknowledge.uky.edu/forestry_etds/47

University of Florida

25. Bustamante, Dulce. Culex nigripalpus (Diptera Culicidae) population age structure under heterogeneous environments and sources of error on the estimation of mosquito infection rates.

Degree: PhD, Entomology and Nematology, 2009, University of Florida

URL: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0041128

► The monitoring of mosquito populations within an arbovirus surveillance program relies on a good understanding of the processes that drive the dynamics of the population.… (more)

▼ The monitoring of mosquito populations within an arbovirus surveillance program relies on a good understanding of the processes that drive the dynamics of the population. The main goals of this study were to help improve our understanding of the causes of variation in the age structure of mosquitoes and study the factors that affect our ability to estimate and interpret mosquito infection rates in the field. The mosquito Culex nigripalpus is one of the most important vectors of arboviruses in Florida. The results of a field and a modeling study that investigated environmental causes of variation in the age structure of Cx. nigripalpus are presented here. Age structure is of epidemiological importance because only a subset of mosquitoes will be capable of transmitting virus and this depends on an interaction between physiological and calendar age. The field study results supported that dry periods followed by heavy rains could cause important increases in the proportion of parous females that could be potentially infected and looking for a bloodmeal. In contrast, the proportion of parous females declines 7-14 days after heavy rains due to the emergence of young mosquitoes. The modeling study suggested that mosquito behavior, weather, and landscape complexity are all important factors that introduce variability in the chronological age distribution of unfed parous females. There was more variability in age and older ages became more common, when weather conditions were dry or cool, when mosquitoes were assumed to be less efficient in finding resources, and when the landscape was more complex. Environmental changes have the potential to modify Cx. nigripalpus age structure, but more research is needed on how mosquito behavior affects age distribution. Biological factors such as daily mosquito survival and virus titer variation in mosquitoes introduce errors in estimates of infection and hinder their use as surveillance indicators. Methodological aspects such as sample size and type of viral assay also introduce biases that result in frequent underestimation of the true arboviral infection rate in a mosquito population. Age variability in mosquitoes has environmental and behavioral causes which deserve further study. ( en ) Advisors/Committee Members: Lord, Cynthia C. (committee chair), Day, Jonathan F. (committee member), Lounibos, Leon P. (committee member), Bolker, Benjamin M. (committee member).

Subjects/Keywords: Age structure; Female animals; Infections; Modeling; Oviposition sites; Population dynamics; Population estimates; Population size; Population structure; Rain; age, chronological, culex, florida, infection, model, physiological

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Bustamante, D. (2009). Culex nigripalpus (Diptera Culicidae) population age structure under heterogeneous environments and sources of error on the estimation of mosquito infection rates. (Doctoral Dissertation). University of Florida. Retrieved from http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0041128

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Bustamante, Dulce. “Culex nigripalpus (Diptera Culicidae) population age structure under heterogeneous environments and sources of error on the estimation of mosquito infection rates.” 2009. Doctoral Dissertation, University of Florida. Accessed February 26, 2020. http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0041128.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Bustamante, Dulce. “Culex nigripalpus (Diptera Culicidae) population age structure under heterogeneous environments and sources of error on the estimation of mosquito infection rates.” 2009. Web. 26 Feb 2020.

Vancouver:

Bustamante D. Culex nigripalpus (Diptera Culicidae) population age structure under heterogeneous environments and sources of error on the estimation of mosquito infection rates. [Internet] [Doctoral dissertation]. University of Florida; 2009. [cited 2020 Feb 26]. Available from: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0041128.

Council of Science Editors:

Bustamante D. Culex nigripalpus (Diptera Culicidae) population age structure under heterogeneous environments and sources of error on the estimation of mosquito infection rates. [Doctoral Dissertation]. University of Florida; 2009. Available from: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0041128

University of Florida

26. Jia, Peng. Modeling High-Resolution Gridded Population Surface in Alachua County, Florida.

Degree: MS, Geography, 2012, University of Florida

URL: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0044292

► The demand for small-scale population data is increasing in a variety of fields. Spatial techniques including Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and Remote Sensing (RS) have… (more)

Subjects/Keywords: Buffer zones; Censuses; Geographic information systems; Maps; Passengers; Population density; Population distributions; Population estimates; Remote sensing; Taxes; alachua – dasymetric – florida – gainesville – gis – population – rts – superfund

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Jia, P. (2012). Modeling High-Resolution Gridded Population Surface in Alachua County, Florida. (Masters Thesis). University of Florida. Retrieved from http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0044292

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Jia, Peng. “Modeling High-Resolution Gridded Population Surface in Alachua County, Florida.” 2012. Masters Thesis, University of Florida. Accessed February 26, 2020. http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0044292.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Jia, Peng. “Modeling High-Resolution Gridded Population Surface in Alachua County, Florida.” 2012. Web. 26 Feb 2020.

Vancouver:

Jia P. Modeling High-Resolution Gridded Population Surface in Alachua County, Florida. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. University of Florida; 2012. [cited 2020 Feb 26]. Available from: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0044292.

Council of Science Editors:

Jia P. Modeling High-Resolution Gridded Population Surface in Alachua County, Florida. [Masters Thesis]. University of Florida; 2012. Available from: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0044292

University of Florida

27. Carter, Cameron. Effects of Habitat Type and Structure on Detection Probabilities of American Alligators (alligator Mississippiensis) during Night-Light Counts.

Degree: MS, Interdisciplinary Ecology, 2010, University of Florida

URL: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0041794

► Obtaining reliable population estimates is one of the most challenging issues in wildlife ecology today. Population surveys are an attempt to obtain an index of… (more)

▼ Obtaining reliable population estimates is one of the most challenging issues in wildlife ecology today. Population surveys are an attempt to obtain an index of population size but rarely achieve the total number of all individuals in the population. These estimations are affected by many variables that lead to bias and variability in counts, i.e. the probability of detecting an individual animal is < 1 and this probability varies. One of the most important steps in increasing precision and accuracy in estimations is to design surveys so detection probabilities can be estimated. The objective of this thesis was to determine the effect of habitat type, vegetation height, visual obstruction, water depth, distance from transect, survey boat seat height, and survey speed on detection rates of American alligators (Alligator mississippiensis) during night light surveys. I quantified effects on detection due to habitat types by establishing transects in different alligator habitats with reflective markers to simulate alligators eye reflections and then conducted mock surveys with experienced observers to determine the proportion of markers detected. Results from these surveys were then modeled using PROGRAM MARK to determine which variables had the most influence on alligator detectability. Detectability was found to be 0.53 (SE = 0.0611), 0.63 (SE = 0.0498), and 0.51 (SE = 0.0483) in the habitats of sawgrass marsh, slough, and wet prairie respectively. The variable that had the greatest effect on detection rates was visual obstruction, followed by distance from the transect, vegetation height, water depth, and seat height. Detectability functions for the various habitats were obtained and varied slightly for each habitat by the variables included in the optimum model. These functions can be used to make more reliable population estimates during alligator population monitoring in Florida. These methods could also be used as a model to determine the effect of habitat on detectability for crocodilian species worldwide. Increased precision of estimates will allow alligator researchers to increase response time to population changes and will provide a basis for making better management decisions. ( en ) Advisors/Committee Members: Percival, Henry F. (committee chair), Rice, Kenneth G. (committee member), Mazzotti, Frank J. (committee member), Woodward, Allan R. (committee member).

Subjects/Keywords: Alligators; Aquatic habitats; Area surveys; Everglades; Night lights; Population estimates; Vegetation; Water depth; Wet prairies; Wildlife population estimation; Alligators ( JSTOR ); Aquatic habitats ( JSTOR ); Area Surveys ( JSTOR ); Florida – Everglades; Florida – Franklin County; Florida – Kissimmee; Florida – Taylor County; Night lights ( JSTOR ); Population estimates ( JSTOR ); Vegetation ( JSTOR ); Water depth ( JSTOR ); Wet prairies ( JSTOR ); alligator, detectability, estimates, habitat, population, sightability, survey

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APA (6^th Edition):

Carter, C. (2010). Effects of Habitat Type and Structure on Detection Probabilities of American Alligators (alligator Mississippiensis) during Night-Light Counts. (Masters Thesis). University of Florida. Retrieved from http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0041794

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Carter, Cameron. “Effects of Habitat Type and Structure on Detection Probabilities of American Alligators (alligator Mississippiensis) during Night-Light Counts.” 2010. Masters Thesis, University of Florida. Accessed February 26, 2020. http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0041794.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Carter, Cameron. “Effects of Habitat Type and Structure on Detection Probabilities of American Alligators (alligator Mississippiensis) during Night-Light Counts.” 2010. Web. 26 Feb 2020.

Vancouver:

Carter C. Effects of Habitat Type and Structure on Detection Probabilities of American Alligators (alligator Mississippiensis) during Night-Light Counts. [Internet] [Masters thesis]. University of Florida; 2010. [cited 2020 Feb 26]. Available from: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0041794.

Council of Science Editors:

Carter C. Effects of Habitat Type and Structure on Detection Probabilities of American Alligators (alligator Mississippiensis) during Night-Light Counts. [Masters Thesis]. University of Florida; 2010. Available from: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0041794

University of Florida

28. Cho, Dooyong. Determining Optimum Sample Sizes with Respect to Cost for Multiple Acceptance Quality Characteristics.

Degree: PhD, Civil Engineering - Civil and Coastal Engineering, 2010, University of Florida

URL: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0042101

► There has been little and limited research done to determine the optimum sample size n for highway construction acceptance plans containing pay adjustment provisions. To… (more)

Subjects/Keywords: Asphalt; Cost estimates; Highways; Histograms; Minimization of cost; Population estimates; Sample size; State highways; Unit costs; Wage adjustments; acceptance, aqc, optimization, payment, quality, sample

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APA (6^th Edition):

Cho, D. (2010). Determining Optimum Sample Sizes with Respect to Cost for Multiple Acceptance Quality Characteristics. (Doctoral Dissertation). University of Florida. Retrieved from http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0042101

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Cho, Dooyong. “Determining Optimum Sample Sizes with Respect to Cost for Multiple Acceptance Quality Characteristics.” 2010. Doctoral Dissertation, University of Florida. Accessed February 26, 2020. http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0042101.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Cho, Dooyong. “Determining Optimum Sample Sizes with Respect to Cost for Multiple Acceptance Quality Characteristics.” 2010. Web. 26 Feb 2020.

Vancouver:

Cho D. Determining Optimum Sample Sizes with Respect to Cost for Multiple Acceptance Quality Characteristics. [Internet] [Doctoral dissertation]. University of Florida; 2010. [cited 2020 Feb 26]. Available from: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0042101.

Council of Science Editors:

Cho D. Determining Optimum Sample Sizes with Respect to Cost for Multiple Acceptance Quality Characteristics. [Doctoral Dissertation]. University of Florida; 2010. Available from: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0042101

University of Florida

29. Lane, Ryan. Immigration Legislation’s Impact on State and Federal Taxes.

Degree: 2011, University of Florida

URL: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/AA00060991

► The paper focuses on the effect of immigration legislation on state and federal taxes. It utilizes a wide range of primary and secondary sources including… (more)

Subjects/Keywords: Cost estimates; Estimated taxes; Hispanics; Illegal immigration; Immigration; Immigration policy; Population estimates; Tax revenues; Taxes; United States government; Emigration and immigration law; Illegal aliens; Taxation; Taxation, State

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APA (6^th Edition):

Lane, R. (2011). Immigration Legislation’s Impact on State and Federal Taxes. (Thesis). University of Florida. Retrieved from http://ufdc.ufl.edu/AA00060991

Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Lane, Ryan. “Immigration Legislation’s Impact on State and Federal Taxes.” 2011. Thesis, University of Florida. Accessed February 26, 2020. http://ufdc.ufl.edu/AA00060991.

Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Lane, Ryan. “Immigration Legislation’s Impact on State and Federal Taxes.” 2011. Web. 26 Feb 2020.

Vancouver:

Lane R. Immigration Legislation’s Impact on State and Federal Taxes. [Internet] [Thesis]. University of Florida; 2011. [cited 2020 Feb 26]. Available from: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/AA00060991.

Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

Council of Science Editors:

Lane R. Immigration Legislation’s Impact on State and Federal Taxes. [Thesis]. University of Florida; 2011. Available from: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/AA00060991

Note: this citation may be lacking information needed for this citation format:
Not specified: Masters Thesis or Doctoral Dissertation

University of Florida

30. Steorts, Rebecca Carter. Bayes and Empirical Bayes Benchmarking for Small Area Estimation.

Degree: PhD, Statistics, 2012, University of Florida

URL: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0043927

► Small area estimation has become increasingly popular due to growing demand for such statistics. In order to produce estimates of adequate precision for these small… (more)

Subjects/Keywords: Bayes estimators; Benchmarking; Counties; Estimated taxes; Estimation methods; Estimators; Income estimates; Population estimates; State estimation; Statistical estimation; area-level – bayes – benchmarking – bootstrap – empirical-bayes – fay-herriot – small-area

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APA (6^th Edition):

Steorts, R. C. (2012). Bayes and Empirical Bayes Benchmarking for Small Area Estimation. (Doctoral Dissertation). University of Florida. Retrieved from http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0043927

Chicago Manual of Style (16^th Edition):

Steorts, Rebecca Carter. “Bayes and Empirical Bayes Benchmarking for Small Area Estimation.” 2012. Doctoral Dissertation, University of Florida. Accessed February 26, 2020. http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0043927.

MLA Handbook (7^th Edition):

Steorts, Rebecca Carter. “Bayes and Empirical Bayes Benchmarking for Small Area Estimation.” 2012. Web. 26 Feb 2020.

Vancouver:

Steorts RC. Bayes and Empirical Bayes Benchmarking for Small Area Estimation. [Internet] [Doctoral dissertation]. University of Florida; 2012. [cited 2020 Feb 26]. Available from: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0043927.

Council of Science Editors:

Steorts RC. Bayes and Empirical Bayes Benchmarking for Small Area Estimation. [Doctoral Dissertation]. University of Florida; 2012. Available from: http://ufdc.ufl.edu/UFE0043927

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