Control of the "Arribada" Mass Nesting Behavior in Ridley   Sea Turtles
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Fundamental research aimed at elucidating principles that                  underlie the conservation and restoration of biological diversity               is of utmost importance.  This is the priority of Dr. Owens' own                research program.  His goal is to determine the interrelationship               between endocrine systems, behavior and environmental cues of one               of the most endangered species, the Kemp's ridley sea turtles.                  Presently, we know very little about the biology of this                        population which is now nearing extinction.  Along with graduate                students from the United States and students and senior                         scientists from universities in Costa Rica, Dr. Owens plans to                  capture by hand the turtles an then prepare them for sonic and                  radio tracking.  Tracking the animals will provide important                    information about their aquatic environment and social systems.                 In addition, blood and cerebrospinal fluid samples will be taken                for subsequent hormone analyses.  The extensive endocrine                       measurements will be used to evaluate the physiological                         components of their behaviors, especially reproduction.                         Dr. Owens extensive involvement with the Costa Rican students and               scientists represents a true collaboration dedicated towards                    understanding the conservation of these animals within their                    natural habitat.  The outcome of this work will be instrumental                 in establishing successful captive breeding programs.
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