Record #:

28305

Author(s):

Failey, Elisabeth L.; McCoy, J. Clint; Price, Steven J.; Dorcas, Michael E.

Abstract:

A comparative ecology study of turtles inhabiting five golf courses and five farm ponds was conducted in the western Piedmont of North Carolina. Results indicate that both farm and golf course ponds can provide habitat for semi-aquatic turtles, and that the surrounding landscape can influence species abundances.

Source:

Journal of the North Carolina Academy of Science (NoCar Q 11 J68x), Vol. 123 Issue 4, Winter 2007, p221-232, il, bibl Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Turtles; Habitat (Ecology); Ponds

Record #:

28306

Author(s):

Fernando, Anthony V.; Kemp, Philip S., Jr.

Abstract:

A key was prepared for the shell-less opisthobranch gastropods reported as occurring on the Atlantic coast from South Carolina to New Jersey. Forty-seven species were keyed out using primarily external characteristics.

Source:

Journal of the North Carolina Academy of Science (NoCar Q 11 J68x), Vol. 123 Issue 4, Winter 2007, p233-241, bibl Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Snails; Biology

Record #:

28307

Author(s):

Schwartz, Frank J.

Abstract:

Morphological and meristic features of pure and crossed trout species were examined to see if hybrid trout features were intermediate to those of pure parents. Intermediacy was found in almost all hybrids and features. This suggests that problems will remain regarding whether they should be used in stocking streams with natural trout populations.

Source:

Journal of the North Carolina Academy of Science (NoCar Q 11 J68x), Vol. 123 Issue 4, Winter 2007, p242-251, bibl Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Trout; Fish stocking

Record #:

28309

Author(s):

Salek, Stephen J.

Abstract:

Pine voles are rodents found in the Eastern part of the United States, and occupy a range of habitats including dry hardwood forests and orchards. A study conducted on pine voles in Henderson County, North Carolina found that reproductive success, pup survivorship, and pup growth did not differ between different types of habitat.

Source:

Journal of the North Carolina Academy of Science (NoCar Q 11 J68x), Vol. 123 Issue 4, Winter 2007, p252-265, bibl Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Rodents; Habitat (Ecology); Biology; Voles

Record #:

28311

Author(s):

Masson, Robert N.; Stucky, Jon M.

Abstract:

Carolina birdsfoot trefoil (Lotus unifoliolatus var. helleri) is an annual plant species of Federal Concern and is significantly rare in North Carolina. Trefoil occurs on mowed roadsides in the North Carolina Piedmont. The phenology and simulated mowing study suggested that mowing during growing seasons could threaten trefoil populations.

Source:

Journal of the North Carolina Academy of Science (NoCar Q 11 J68x), Vol. 124 Issue 1, Spring 2008, p6-10, il, bibl Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Rare plants

Record #:

28312

Author(s):

Brannon, M. Patrick; Purvis, Beth A.

Abstract:

The relative abundance of streamside salamanders and the availability of protective cover was assessed at three study sites along Mill Creek in Highlands, Macon County, North Carolina. Area-constrained searches of rocks demonstrated a significant reduction in salamander diversity as a result of severe sedimentation and loss of microhabitat.

Source:

Journal of the North Carolina Academy of Science (NoCar Q 11 J68x), Vol. 124 Issue 1, Spring 2008, p18-22, bibl Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Salamanders--Research; Stream ecology

Record #:

28313

Author(s):

Chollet, Anna L.; Brock, John W.

Abstract:

The vegetable kale has the ability to draw heavy metals from soil, and consequently expose humans to lead. This study measured the concentration of lead in kale commercially obtained in Buncombe County, North Carolina. Although lead intake should be avoided whenever possible, the lead concentrations in these kale samples were detectable but negligible.

Source:

Journal of the North Carolina Academy of Science (NoCar Q 11 J68x), Vol. 124 Issue 1, Spring 2008, p23-25, il, bibl Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Soil pollution; Food industry and trade

Record #:

28314

Author(s):

Porter, Hugh J.

Abstract:

The zebra periwinkle is a species of mollusks previously unknown from mid- or North Carolina and marine habitats north of Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina. However, the zebra periwinkle has been observed in a number of locations along the North Carolina Coast, suggesting the species has extended its range.

Source:

Journal of the North Carolina Academy of Science (NoCar Q 11 J68x), Vol. 124 Issue 1, Spring 2008, p26, bibl Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Mollusks--Geographical distribution

Record #:

28327

Author(s):

Okoye, Adaeze O.; Overton, Anthony S.; Loeffler, Michael; Winslow, Sara E.

Abstract:

White perch is a common fish that is usually found in brackish water and is also common in freshwater habitats. White perch in Albermarle Sound, North Carolina were collected to study length, weight, and age-specific fecundity relationships.

Source:

Journal of the North Carolina Academy of Science (NoCar Q 11 J68x), Vol. 124 Issue 2, Summer 2008, p46-50, il, map, bibl Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Perch; Fish--Research

Record #:

28328

Author(s):

Smith, Joseph W.

Abstract:

The Atlantic bluefin tuna (Thunnus thynnus) typically range in oceanic waters along the entire Eastern Atlantic coast and in the northern Gulf of Mexico. However, there have been several reports of bluefin tuna in shallow depths of estuarine waters. Bluefin tuna were observed in Archers Creek located at the end of Bogue Banks, North Carolina.

Source:

Journal of the North Carolina Academy of Science (NoCar Q 11 J68x), Vol. 124 Issue 2, Summer 2008, p51-52, map, bibl Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Bluefin tuna; Fishes--Geographical distribution

Record #:

28329

Author(s):

Rawleigh, Sarah O.; Boyd, Amy E.

Abstract:

Aphids are common, widespread pests of lettuce crops that can difficult to control using organic methods. Romaine lettuce grown at Warren Wilson College, North Carolina were sprayed with two homemade sprays (garlic and habanero) and the commercial Safer soap to control aphids. A comparison between the sprays show that garlic spray is the most efficient control agent for aphids.

Source:

Journal of the North Carolina Academy of Science (NoCar Q 11 J68x), Vol. 124 Issue 2, Summer 2008, p51-52, il, bibl Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Pests--Control; Aphids

Record #:

28330

Author(s):

Smith, Matthew B.; Conley, Justin; Nelson, Charles; Gaudin, Timothy J.

Abstract:

The southern water shrew is a semi-aquatic long-tailed soricid found in the Appalachian mountains. Its actual distribution and status may be inadequate because it is difficult to capture. The first record of the southern water shrew is an adult male collected from Graham County, North Carolina.

Source:

Journal of the North Carolina Academy of Science (NoCar Q 11 J68x), Vol. 124 Issue 2, Summer 2008, p61-62, bibl Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Water shrew (Sorex palustris)

Record #:

28331

Author(s):

Perlmutter, Gary B.

Abstract:

As part of a baseline project to document the lichen biodiversity of the North Carolina Piedmont, the lichen biota of Mason Farm Biological Reserve at the North Carolina Botanical Garden, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, was inventoried in 2007. Descriptions of the lichen communities within the reserve are presented.

Source:

Journal of the North Carolina Academy of Science (NoCar Q 11 J68x), Vol. 124 Issue 3, Fall 2008, p82-90, map, bibl Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Lichens; Biotic communities

Record #:

28332

Author(s):

Tavares, Mary E.; Spivey, Mary I.; Mciver, Matthew R.; Mallin, Michael A.

Abstract:

Three New Hanover County, North Carolina tidal creeks were sampled for optical brighteners (compounds added to laundry detergents) and fecal coliform bacteria. Simultaneous testing for fecal bacteria and optical brighteners was shown to be a viable procedure for detecting human sources of fecal microbial pollution in waterways.

Source:

Journal of the North Carolina Academy of Science (NoCar Q 11 J68x), Vol. 124 Issue 3, Fall 2008, p91-97, il, map, bibl Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Water quality--New Hanover County; Water pollution

Record #:

28333

Author(s):

Maker, Neal F.; Boyd, Amy E.

Abstract:

Demand for value-added forest products and an abundance of unused small-diameter timber have created interest in structural uses for small-diameter timber. This study examined indicators of small-diameter loblolly pine tree taper in the Duke Forest on the North Carolina Piedmont, so that managers can more easily evaluate the potential for applications.

Source:

Journal of the North Carolina Academy of Science (NoCar Q 11 J68x), Vol. 124 Issue 3, Fall 2008, p98-101, il, bibl Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Forest products industry; Loblolly pine