Evaluation of a Novel Trap Design for Anurans in Genus Hylia

Presentation Year

2026

College or Department

College of Natural Resources & Sciences

Short Description of your Research or Creative Project (700 characters or less)

This project tested the Acoustic Adaptation Hypothesis (AAH) in Pacific tree frogs (Pseudacris regilla) as it relates to shelter selection in the Arcata Marsh using a novel trap design. AAH posits that animal vocalizations evolve in response to the acoustics of the surrounding environment, selecting for vocalizations that travel the farther with less distortion. This project evaluates the strengths and shortcomings of the novel trap design in order to further improve future studies in anuran shelter selection and the AAH.

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Yes

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wildlife-valdez-francisco-203485-4x3.pdf (82.81 KB)

Primary Contact: First Name

Francisco

Primary Contact: Last Name

Valdez

Primary Contact: Email

ftv2@humboldt.edu

Primary Contact: I am a

Undergraduate Student

Primary Contact: Phone Number

2094301683

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4'x3'