Although the Common Loon has unique vocalizations, there is a lack of research on how its syrinx structure contributes to these calls. Additionally, there is one vocalization that only males produce, so it is worth investigating if this has a structural underpinning. This project aims to lay the foundation for future research on the structural underpinnings of the Common Loon’s unique vocalizations, by offering a µCT imaging methodology to observe and analyze loon syrinx morphology. With the protocol offered in this project, gender differences and other interests can be explored.

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Creator

• Gladu, Kaylee

Publisher

• Worcester Polytechnic Institute

Identifier

• 104911
• E-project-042523-140555

Keyword

• Syrinx
• Vocalization
• Micro-CT Imaging
• 3D Reconstruction
• Common Loon

Advisor

• Rulfs, Jill
• Buckholt, Michael Allan

Year

• 2023

Date created

• 2023-04-25

Resource type

• Major Qualifying Project

Major

• Biotechnology

Source

• E-project-042523-140555

Rights statement

• In Copyright

Last modified

• 2023-06-22