Protocol for monitoring and analyzing pheromone-mediated behavioral response of sea lamprey in a natural system

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Abstract

Olfactory-mediated behaviors in fish are often examined in artificial microcosms that enable well-controlled treatments but fail to replicate environmental and social contexts. However, observing these behaviors in nature poses challenges. Here, we describe a protocol for recording sea lamprey (Petromyzon marinus) behaviors in a natural system. We describe steps for administering and verifying accurate odorant concentrations, surveying sea lamprey abundance, and tracking sea lamprey movements. We also detail procedures to analyze treatment effects on pheromone-mediated spawning in a high-density population.
Publication type Article
Publication Subtype Journal Article
Title Protocol for monitoring and analyzing pheromone-mediated behavioral response of sea lamprey in a natural system
Series title STAR Protocols
DOI 10.1016/j.xpro.2024.102891
Volume 5
Issue 1
Year Published 2024
Language English
Publisher Elsevier
Contributing office(s) Great Lakes Science Center
Description 102891, 22 p.
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