Investigating effects of Passive Integrative Transponders (PIT) tags on body condition of red-backed salamanders (Plethodon cinereus) in Central Pennsylvania

Samantha Bryn

Red-backed salamanders (Plethodon cinereus) are one of the most common salamander species in Pennsylvania. Passive Integrative Transponders (PIT) tags are a promising way to individually mark animals for long-term studies. This research estimates body condition between PIT tagged and untagged populations of P. cinereus. We did not find any negative effects from the presence of a PIT tag on individual body condition; this relationship was true for both males and females. 

Major: 
Wildlife & Fisheries Science
Exhibition Category: 
Health and Life Sciences
Exhibition Format: 
Poster Presentation
Campus: 
University Park
Faculty Sponsor: 
Maisie MacKnight
Poster Number: 
219