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Avian Attractiveness To Vertically Polarized Light, Aurora Belle Kuczek
Avian Attractiveness To Vertically Polarized Light, Aurora Belle Kuczek
Senior Projects Spring 2021
It is well-known that many animal species can detect polarized light cues of water and water-like objects in the visible and ultraviolet range. However, studies investigating if birds can see polarized light in field-based settings are rare. Furthermore, no studies have yet been conducted to understand avian attractiveness to vertically polarized light, nor have studies considered other natural polarizers of light such as tree sap. I designed a choice-field experiment to investigate if birds can detect, and are attracted to vertically polarized light. First, I cut six pieces of clear vinyl into a foot by 54 inches. I painted each …