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Treehopper host-transfer survival experiment (Insecta)

Subcategory: mutualism manipulation
Papers: 1 | Mentions: 1

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Description

A field experiment transferring treehoppers between host plants of different species to test chemical camouflage effectiveness. Nymphs are moved from native to novel hosts and survival is measured after ~1.5 weeks.

Typical Equipment

  • small paintbrush
  • marking materials

Output Measurements

  • treehopper survival rates
  • survival counts