Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Malwina Schafft, Norman Wagner, Tobias Schuetz, Michael Veith
Summary: In this study, the larval fire salamanders were observed to exhibit downstream drift when exposed to unidirectional water flow. The probability of drift was influenced by body size and nutritional status, and simulated flood events significantly increased drift rates.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2022)
Article
Biodiversity Conservation
Paola Cogliati, Benedetta Barzaghi, Andrea Melotto, Gentile Francesco Ficetola, Raoul Manenti
Summary: Trophic conditions play a significant role in the larval development of fire salamanders, with low food availability leading to prolonged metamorphosis and increased body size.
Article
Marine & Freshwater Biology
Charlotte Faul, Norman Wagner, Michael Veith
Summary: Computer-aided individual recognition of animals based on their natural markings has become an indispensable tool in ecology research. This study tests the reliability of recognizing individually reared larvae of the European Fire Salamander based on their tail patterns. The results show that discrimination of larvae is highly successful, and the time interval between photos affects the recognition probability. Automated photo-identification is considered a reliable tool for fieldwork on European Fire Salamander larvae.
Article
Marine & Freshwater Biology
E. Tobias Krause, Sebastian Steinfartz, Barbara A. Caspers
Summary: Early nutritional conditions have immediate effects on fire salamanders in various aspects of behavior and physiology. Most effects are compensated within individuals' lifetimes without detectable costs.
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Eva Osterman-Lind, Ylva Hedberg Alm, Hillevi Hassler, Hanna Wilderoth, Helena Thorolfson, Eva Tyden
Summary: This study aimed to investigate the efficacy of regular faecal removal and harrowing in reducing the number of parasite larvae in pasture, as well as the migratory and survival abilities of strongyle larvae in a Nordic climate. The results showed that twice-weekly faecal removal significantly reduced the number of larvae, while harrowing on a single occasion in dry weather conditions did not have a significant effect. The larvae were able to migrate up to 150 cm from the faecal pats and survive one winter season, but two years of rest were required to achieve parasite-free pasture.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Shi-Hua Niu, Shuo Liu, Wei-Kang Deng, Rui-Ting Wu, Ying-Feng Cai, Xin-Di Liao, Si-Cheng Xing
Summary: Black soldier fly larvae have the ability to convert organic waste into a sustainable resource. This study found that a density of 100 larvae cultured in 100 g of manure resulted in the best elimination of antibiotic resistance genes (ARGs), although the deposition of ARGs in the larval gut increased with higher larval density. The adjustment of larval density can effectively manage the risk of ARGs during the bioconversion process of black soldier fly larvae manure.
ECOTOXICOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY
(2022)
Review
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Katarzyna Plagens-Rotman, Piotr Merks, Grazyna Jarzabek-Bielecka, Witold Kedzia, Marika Kujawa, Aneta Bax-Adamowicz, Malgorzata Mizgier
Summary: In the field of gynaecology and obstetrics, introducing lifestyle changes like diet can significantly reduce the risk of diseases. Continuing research on the impact of environmental and genetic factors on health is crucial in promoting women's health, emphasizing the importance of educational activities.
CLINICAL AND EXPERIMENTAL OBSTETRICS & GYNECOLOGY
(2021)
Editorial Material
Ecology
Akos Pogany, E. Tobias Krause, Olivia Roth, Veronika Bokony
FRONTIERS IN ECOLOGY AND EVOLUTION
(2022)
Article
Veterinary Sciences
Christian Nawroth, E. Tobias Krause
Summary: This article encourages animal science researchers to implement a variety of Open Science practices, such as Open Access publishing, preprinting, and the pre-registration of test protocols, to increase transparency in the research process and adhere to the 3R principles.
FRONTIERS IN VETERINARY SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Veterinary Sciences
Lisa Kalnins, Oliver Krueger, E. Tobias Krause
Summary: This study proposes a novel plumage scoring system for small songbirds, using the example of the Zebra Finch, and compares it with the traditional fat score. The results show that the plumage score has higher reliability and can be taught to other observers. This scoring method may be an important tool for assessing the well-being of captive animals.
FRONTIERS IN VETERINARY SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Julia Malchow, Beryl K. Eusemann, Stefanie Petow, Lars Schrader
Summary: This study compared dual-purpose chickens with conventional laying chickens in terms of performance, animal welfare, and perching behavior. Dual-purpose chickens performed better in some aspects, but also had issues such as keel bone damage.
Article
Entomology
Vanessa Ruester, Henrik Werner, Stephan Wieneke, Georg Avramidis, Lars Ten Bosch, Eike Tobias Krause, Christina Strube, Thomas Bartels
Summary: In this study, the acaricidal effects of cold atmospheric pressure plasma treatment on poultry red mites were investigated. The results showed that cold atmospheric pressure plasma could kill all developmental stages of the mites, including eggs. The study suggests that cold atmospheric pressure plasma treatment could be an effective method for controlling poultry red mites in laying hen husbandry.
EXPERIMENTAL AND APPLIED ACAROLOGY
(2022)
Article
Radiology, Nuclear Medicine & Medical Imaging
Arnd J. Obert, Agilo L. Kern, Marcel Gutberlet, Andreas Voskrebenzev, Till F. Kaireit, Cristian Crisosto, Mark Greer, E. Tobias Krause, Frank Wacker, Jens Vogel-Claussen
Summary: This study evaluated the repeatability of F-19 ventilation MRI and its correlation with lung function testing. The results showed that using inspiratory volume control in MRI improved the correlation and repeatability of imaging parameters with lung function testing.
JOURNAL OF MAGNETIC RESONANCE IMAGING
(2023)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Jonas Tebbe, Meinolf Ottensmann, Katja Havenstein, Artemis Efstratiou, Tobias L. Lenz, Barbara A. Caspers, Jaume Forcada, Ralph Tiedemann, Joseph Hoffman
Summary: The major histocompatibility complex (MHC) is an important component of the vertebrate immune system, and understanding MHC variation is crucial for studying fitness. In this study, intronic primers were used to amplify the MHC genes of Antarctic fur seals, revealing 19 alleles and higher allelic diversity than previous studies. Amino acid similarity at the MHC was associated with genome-wide relatedness, but not with heterozygosity.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2022)
Article
Psychology, Multidisciplinary
Anissa Dudde, Loc Phi Van, Lars Schrader, Arnd J. Obert, E. Tobias Krause
Summary: The serotonin transporter gene (5-HTT) affects fearfulness and learning ability in humans and chickens. Hens with the wild-type genotype (W/W) showed the highest fearfulness and slowest learning performance. These findings provide interesting insights into the role of the 5-HTT gene in chickens and its interaction with the environment.
FRONTIERS IN PSYCHOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Ulrike Hoene, E. Tobias Krause, Ralf Bussemas, Imke Traulsen, Lars Schrader
Summary: Access to an outdoor run improves the housing conditions of fattening pigs by providing more space, exposure to different climates and environmental stimuli. Although outdoor runs can lead to emission of harmful gases, appropriate functional areas can reduce the soiling by feces and urine.
APPLIED ANIMAL BEHAVIOUR SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Zoology
L. G. Hahn, P. Oswald, B. A. Caspers
Summary: The study found that larval fire salamanders from different habitats are able to recognize chemical signals from potential predators and adjust their behavior accordingly. However, there were slight differences in their response to these chemical cues, reflecting varying antipredator strategies in response to habitat-specific differences.
JOURNAL OF ZOOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Microbiology
Oncu Maraci, Anna Antonatou-Papaioannou, Sebastian Juenemann, Kathrin Engel, Omar Castillo-Gutierrez, Tobias Busche, Joern Kalinowski, Barbara A. Caspers
Summary: This study provides a description and analysis of the development of gut microbiota in zebra finches and Bengalese finches, highlighting the changing influence of the social environment and host selection during ontogeny.
Article
Ecology
E. Tobias Krause, Madeleine Paul, Oliver Krueger, Barbara A. Caspers
Summary: Avian courtship behavior is essential for attracting potential mating partners, involving displays of different sensory modes. Recent studies have shown that chemical cues play a role in social communication in some species of Estrildid Finches. In this study, olfaction was investigated as a factor in sex discrimination in Estrildid Finches. Differences in scent preferences were found among different species, and the implications of these findings in the context of mate choice were discussed.
FRONTIERS IN ECOLOGY AND EVOLUTION
(2023)
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Pia Schuermann, Senta Becker, E. Tobias Krause, Sonja Hillemacher, Wolfgang Buescher, Inga Tiemann
Summary: Improving animal welfare is crucial for the societal acceptance of poultry production. This study analyzed the activities and behavior of dual-purpose chickens and commercial breeders using an RFID system. The results showed differences in activity between breeds, but no differences in activity based on sex or plumage condition. Individual variations within breeds were discussed, providing new insights into chicken behavioral variability. RFID systems can reliably generate data to understand the interplay between behavior and animal welfare.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Rafael Munoz-Tamayo, Birte L. Nielsen, Mohammed Gagaoua, Florence Gondret, E. Tobias Krause, Diego P. Morgavi, I. Anna S. Olsson, Matti Pastell, Masoomeh Taghipoor, Luis Tedeschi, Isabelle Veissier, Christian Nawroth
Summary: This article provides practical steps to embrace Open Science in animal science, aiming to promote the field's development, increase public trust, and address future challenges.
Correction
Marine & Freshwater Biology
E. Tobias Krause, Sebastian Steinfartz, Barbara A. Caspers