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Comparison of environmental and body temperatures as predictors of mating call parameters of spring peepers

Journal Article · · Am. Midl. Nat.; (United States)
DOI:https://doi.org/10.2307/2424696· OSTI ID:7259701
Parameters of the mating call of spring peepers (Hyla crucifer) were best predicted by water temperature rather than air or body temperature. Thus, water temperature should most closely approach the true body temperature of the calling frogs.
Research Organization:
Illinois State Univ., Normal
OSTI ID:
7259701
Journal Information:
Am. Midl. Nat.; (United States), Journal Name: Am. Midl. Nat.; (United States) Vol. 97:1; ISSN AMNAA
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English