The Influence of Surface Winds on the Movement and Predator-Prey Interactions of Aquatic Invertebrates

Haley Altadonna

Climate change will likely alter surface wind speeds across the world. Here, we tested how surface wind speeds influenced the behavior and predator-prey interactions of aquatic species. We exposed aquatic invertebrates to varying wind speeds in the presence or absence of a predator. We found that as wind speeds increased, prey species spent more time close to the wind source. These species also swam faster and moved greater distances, unless a predator was present. 

Major: 
Biology
Exhibition Category: 
Health and Life Sciences
Exhibition Format: 
Poster Presentation
Campus: 
Behrend
Faculty Sponsor: 
Lynne Beaty
Poster Number: 
51851