Do Stable Isotope Turnover Rates in Ectotherm Tissues Change with Temperature?

Authors

Joseph Franckum, Brigham Young University
Kent Hatch, Brigham Young University

Keywords

stable isotope, turnover rates, ectotherm tissues, temperature

College

Life Sciences

Department

Biology

Abstract

Examining the ratios of stable isotopes (non-decaying atoms with extra neutrons) in animal tissues can yield important information about an organism, such as detecting diet change or establishing migratory origin. Information gathered from these studies help develop future practices to care for certain species. A better understanding of an animal’s dietary capabilities will improve animal techniques.

Recommended Citation

Franckum, Joseph and Hatch, Kent (2013) "Do Stable Isotope Turnover Rates in Ectotherm Tissues Change with Temperature?," Journal of Undergraduate Research: Vol. 2013: Iss. 1, Article 1064.
Available at: https://scholarsarchive.byu.edu/jur/vol2013/iss1/1064