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When Dinosaurs Walked Through Diamonds: Constraining The Age Of Early Cretaceous Footprints In Volcanic Crater Sediments, Yasmin Jackson Jan 2021

When Dinosaurs Walked Through Diamonds: Constraining The Age Of Early Cretaceous Footprints In Volcanic Crater Sediments, Yasmin Jackson

SMU Journal of Undergraduate Research

The volcanic rocks of the Catoca Diamond Mine, northeastern Angola, were formed in an eruption ~118 million years ago. Above these rocks, researchers discovered Early Cretaceous mammalian, crocodilian, and sauropod dinosaur footprints in crater lake sediments. These footprints are among the relatively few vertebrate fossils from the Cretaceous Period (145-66 million years ago) found in Sub-Saharan Africa. The ~118 million-year-old age, which is the maximum age of the footprints, is provided by the uranium and lead isotope ratios in the zircon crystals from these volcanic rocks. The presence of dinosaur footprints limits the minimum age to 66 million years ago. …


Integrating Forage Into Traditional Farming System In The Western Loess Plateau, China--Challenges, Constraints And The Future, Yuying Shen, Murray Unkovich, Zhibiao Nan Jan 2021

Integrating Forage Into Traditional Farming System In The Western Loess Plateau, China--Challenges, Constraints And The Future, Yuying Shen, Murray Unkovich, Zhibiao Nan

IGC Proceedings (1977-2023)

No abstract provided.


The Use Of Once Daily Milking Of Dairy Cows To Achieve Economic And Social Sustainability On New Zealand Dairy Farms, David A. Clark, Dawn E. Dalley Jan 2021

The Use Of Once Daily Milking Of Dairy Cows To Achieve Economic And Social Sustainability On New Zealand Dairy Farms, David A. Clark, Dawn E. Dalley

IGC Proceedings (1977-2023)

No abstract provided.


Effect Of Plant Patches On The Foraging Location Of Beef Cattle, Y. C. Zhou, Deli Wang, A. K. Xu, Z. F. Wang, H. Z. Yu Jan 2021

Effect Of Plant Patches On The Foraging Location Of Beef Cattle, Y. C. Zhou, Deli Wang, A. K. Xu, Z. F. Wang, H. Z. Yu

IGC Proceedings (1977-2023)

No abstract provided.


Lamb Fattening On Mediterranean‐Like Pastures In Chile Versus Olive Oil Cake‐Based Rations, C. Aguilar, R. Vera, R. Lira, J. Quenaya, Fernando Squella, H. Yutronic, P. Toro, P. Perez, I. Briones Jan 2021

Lamb Fattening On Mediterranean‐Like Pastures In Chile Versus Olive Oil Cake‐Based Rations, C. Aguilar, R. Vera, R. Lira, J. Quenaya, Fernando Squella, H. Yutronic, P. Toro, P. Perez, I. Briones

IGC Proceedings (1977-2023)

No abstract provided.


Integration Of Small Holder Crop‐Forage‐Livestock Systems In South East Asia--An Eastern Indonesian Case Study, Neil D. Macleod, Shaun Lisson, Cam Mcdonald, Jeff P. Corfield, Rachmat Rahman, Ketut Puspadi Jan 2021

Integration Of Small Holder Crop‐Forage‐Livestock Systems In South East Asia--An Eastern Indonesian Case Study, Neil D. Macleod, Shaun Lisson, Cam Mcdonald, Jeff P. Corfield, Rachmat Rahman, Ketut Puspadi

IGC Proceedings (1977-2023)

No abstract provided.


Concentrated Lunar Resources: Imminent Implications For Governance And Justice, Martin Elvis, Alanna Krolikowski, Tony Milligan Jan 2021

Concentrated Lunar Resources: Imminent Implications For Governance And Justice, Martin Elvis, Alanna Krolikowski, Tony Milligan

History and Political Science Faculty Research & Creative Works

Numerous missions planned for the next decade are likely to target a handful of small sites of interest on the Moon's surface, creating risks of crowding and interference at these locations. The Moon presents finite and scarce areas with rare topography or concentrations of resources of special value. Locations of interest to science, notably for astronomy, include the Peaks of Eternal Light, the coldest of the cold traps and smooth areas on the far side. Regions richest in physical resources could also be uniquely suited to settlement and commerce. Such sites of interest are both few and small. Typically, there …


A Study On Ningxia Desert Grassland (Stipa Breviflora) Utilization, Kechang Li, Xin Wu, Jinhua Wang, Zhao Yu Jan 2021

A Study On Ningxia Desert Grassland (Stipa Breviflora) Utilization, Kechang Li, Xin Wu, Jinhua Wang, Zhao Yu

IGC Proceedings (1977-2023)

No abstract provided.


West African Dwarf Goat Milk Production And Composition Under Semi Intensive Management In Cameroon During The Dry Season, B. Boukila, E. Tedonkeng Pamo, F. A. Fonteh, F. Tendonkeng Jan 2021

West African Dwarf Goat Milk Production And Composition Under Semi Intensive Management In Cameroon During The Dry Season, B. Boukila, E. Tedonkeng Pamo, F. A. Fonteh, F. Tendonkeng

IGC Proceedings (1977-2023)

No abstract provided.


Determination Of Animal Unit Weight In Rangelands Of Iran, Hossein Arzani, Mehdi Ghorbani, A. Nikkhah, Hossein Azarnivand Jan 2021

Determination Of Animal Unit Weight In Rangelands Of Iran, Hossein Arzani, Mehdi Ghorbani, A. Nikkhah, Hossein Azarnivand

IGC Proceedings (1977-2023)

No abstract provided.


Seasonal Changes In Nutrient Intake Of Grazing Beef Cows On An Alpine Pasture In Japan, Masato Yayota, M. Nakano, R. Tamai, Shigeru Ohtani Jan 2021

Seasonal Changes In Nutrient Intake Of Grazing Beef Cows On An Alpine Pasture In Japan, Masato Yayota, M. Nakano, R. Tamai, Shigeru Ohtani

IGC Proceedings (1977-2023)

No abstract provided.


Effects Of Concentrate Supplement On Intake And Weight Gain Of Grazing Lambs, Xiaoqing Zhang, Yanmei Jin, Risu Na, Qizhong Sun Jan 2021

Effects Of Concentrate Supplement On Intake And Weight Gain Of Grazing Lambs, Xiaoqing Zhang, Yanmei Jin, Risu Na, Qizhong Sun

IGC Proceedings (1977-2023)

No abstract provided.


The Role Of Functional Plant In Sheep Foraging, Ling Wang, Guowei Chen, Xiao Shun, Deli Wang Jan 2021

The Role Of Functional Plant In Sheep Foraging, Ling Wang, Guowei Chen, Xiao Shun, Deli Wang

IGC Proceedings (1977-2023)

No abstract provided.


Population Dynamics Of Soil Microorganisms In Deteriorate Grassland In West Region Of China, Tuo Yao, D. G. Zhang, R. J. Long, L. Q. Xi Jan 2021

Population Dynamics Of Soil Microorganisms In Deteriorate Grassland In West Region Of China, Tuo Yao, D. G. Zhang, R. J. Long, L. Q. Xi

IGC Proceedings (1977-2023)

No abstract provided.


Discussion The Signification Of Chinese Grassland Reclamation Reasons In The Historical Period, Miao Yang Jan 2021

Discussion The Signification Of Chinese Grassland Reclamation Reasons In The Historical Period, Miao Yang

IGC Proceedings (1977-2023)

No abstract provided.


Analysis On The Rangeland Degenerate Gradient Of Bayanbulak, Xianhua Zhang, Shazhou An Jan 2021

Analysis On The Rangeland Degenerate Gradient Of Bayanbulak, Xianhua Zhang, Shazhou An

IGC Proceedings (1977-2023)

No abstract provided.


Valuation Of Drought Information: Understanding The Value Of The Us Drought Monitor In Land Management, Tingting Liu, Richard Krop, Tonya Haigh, Kelly Helm Smith, Mark D. Svoboda Jan 2021

Valuation Of Drought Information: Understanding The Value Of The Us Drought Monitor In Land Management, Tingting Liu, Richard Krop, Tonya Haigh, Kelly Helm Smith, Mark D. Svoboda

National Drought Mitigation Center: Faculty Publications

Droughts affect recreation and tourism, grazing, forests, and timber, and can have important indirect effects for the ecosystems and species that rely on water. Despite its importance, the effect of drought in the land management sector is less understood than in other water-intensive sectors, such as agriculture and public water supplies. This study presents the first-ever estimates of the economic valuation of the information provided by the U.S. Drought Monitor using the avoided cost method. These estimates are based on the time and labor saved by using the U.S. Drought Monitor rather than compiling drought-related information from other sources, or …


Exploiting Common Senses: Sensory Ecology Meets Wildlife Conservation And Management, Laura K. Elmer, Christine L. Madliger, Daniel T. Blumstein, Chris K. Elvidge, Esteban Ernández-Juricic, Andrij Z. Horodysky, Nicholas S. Johnson, Liam P. Mcguire, Ronald R. Swaisgood, Steven J. Cooke Jan 2021

Exploiting Common Senses: Sensory Ecology Meets Wildlife Conservation And Management, Laura K. Elmer, Christine L. Madliger, Daniel T. Blumstein, Chris K. Elvidge, Esteban Ernández-Juricic, Andrij Z. Horodysky, Nicholas S. Johnson, Liam P. Mcguire, Ronald R. Swaisgood, Steven J. Cooke

United States Geological Survey: Staff Publications

Multidisciplinary approaches to conservation and wildlife management are often effective in addressing complex, multi-factor problems. Emerging fields such as conservation physiology and conservation behaviour can provide innovative solutions and management strategies for target species and systems. Sensory ecology combines the study of ‘how animals acquire’ and process sensory stimuli from their environments, and the ecological and evolutionary significance of ‘how animals respond’ to this information. We review the benefits that sensory ecology can bring to wildlife conservation and management by discussing case studies across major taxa and sensory modalities. Conservation practices informed by a sensory ecology approach include the amelioration …


Rock Glaciers And Related Cold Rocky Landforms: Overlooked Climate Refugia For Mountain Biodiversity, Stefano Brighenti, Scott Hotaling, Debra S. Finn, Andrew G. Fountain, Masaki Hayashi, David Herbst, Jasmine E. Saros, Lusha M. Tronstad, Constance I. Millar Jan 2021

Rock Glaciers And Related Cold Rocky Landforms: Overlooked Climate Refugia For Mountain Biodiversity, Stefano Brighenti, Scott Hotaling, Debra S. Finn, Andrew G. Fountain, Masaki Hayashi, David Herbst, Jasmine E. Saros, Lusha M. Tronstad, Constance I. Millar

Geology Faculty Publications and Presentations

Mountains are global biodiversity hotspots where cold environments and their associated ecological communities are predicted to be threatened by climate warming. Considerable research attention has been devoted to understanding the ecological effects of alpine glacier and snowfield recession. However, much less attention has been given to identifying climate refugia in mountain ecosystems where present-day environmental conditions will be maintained, at least in the near-term, as other habitats change. Around the world, montane communities of microbes, animals, and plants live on, adjacent to, and downstream of rock glaciers and related cold rocky landforms (CRL). These geomorphological features have been overlooked in …


Concentrate With Different Protein Sources For Sheep Grazing Tifton 85 Pasture, S. R. B. Azevedo, P. R. C. Lins, Tadeu V. Voltolini, J. N. Moreira, D. M. Nogueira, R. D. Dos Santos Jan 2021

Concentrate With Different Protein Sources For Sheep Grazing Tifton 85 Pasture, S. R. B. Azevedo, P. R. C. Lins, Tadeu V. Voltolini, J. N. Moreira, D. M. Nogueira, R. D. Dos Santos

IGC Proceedings (1977-2023)

No abstract provided.


Fatty Acid Profile Of Subcutaneous Fat In Lambs Finished On Either Olive Oil Cake‐Based Rations On Mediterranean‐Like Pastures In Chile, R. Vera, C. Aguilar, R. Lira, I. Peña, J. Quenaya, H. Yutronic, Fernando Squella, P. Toro, P. Perez, I. Briones Jan 2021

Fatty Acid Profile Of Subcutaneous Fat In Lambs Finished On Either Olive Oil Cake‐Based Rations On Mediterranean‐Like Pastures In Chile, R. Vera, C. Aguilar, R. Lira, I. Peña, J. Quenaya, H. Yutronic, Fernando Squella, P. Toro, P. Perez, I. Briones

IGC Proceedings (1977-2023)

No abstract provided.


Protein Roughages For Growing Goats, J. B. Moura Neto, Tadeu V. Voltolini, J. N. Moreira, D. M. Nogueira, R. D. Dos Santos, Luiz G. R. Pereira Jan 2021

Protein Roughages For Growing Goats, J. B. Moura Neto, Tadeu V. Voltolini, J. N. Moreira, D. M. Nogueira, R. D. Dos Santos, Luiz G. R. Pereira

IGC Proceedings (1977-2023)

No abstract provided.


Rangeland Management And Livestock Production System In Changthang, Ladakh India, Phunchok Jan 2021

Rangeland Management And Livestock Production System In Changthang, Ladakh India, Phunchok

IGC Proceedings (1977-2023)

No abstract provided.


The Economical Evaluation Of The Grazing Management Project In A Part Of Grasslands In Isfahan Province, A. R. Mirsaidi, M. J. Aghasi Jan 2021

The Economical Evaluation Of The Grazing Management Project In A Part Of Grasslands In Isfahan Province, A. R. Mirsaidi, M. J. Aghasi

IGC Proceedings (1977-2023)

No abstract provided.


Seasonal Faecal Production Potential Of Livestock Grazing Heterogenous Natural Range And Cropfields Of Semi‐Arid Nigeria, B. S. Malami, P. H. Y. Hiernaux, H. M. Tukur, J. Steinbach Jan 2021

Seasonal Faecal Production Potential Of Livestock Grazing Heterogenous Natural Range And Cropfields Of Semi‐Arid Nigeria, B. S. Malami, P. H. Y. Hiernaux, H. M. Tukur, J. Steinbach

IGC Proceedings (1977-2023)

No abstract provided.


Study On The Characteristics Of Yak Meat In Different Domestic Types And Semi‐Wild Yak In Qinghai Plateau, X. L. Luo, Z. B. Tong, Z. J. Ma, Y. H. Ma Jan 2021

Study On The Characteristics Of Yak Meat In Different Domestic Types And Semi‐Wild Yak In Qinghai Plateau, X. L. Luo, Z. B. Tong, Z. J. Ma, Y. H. Ma

IGC Proceedings (1977-2023)

No abstract provided.


Effects Of Environmental And Political Framework On Alpine Farming And Its Development In The Entlebuch Unesco Biosphere Reserve Switzerland, Pius Hofstetter, A. Boltshauser, E. Ruoss Jan 2021

Effects Of Environmental And Political Framework On Alpine Farming And Its Development In The Entlebuch Unesco Biosphere Reserve Switzerland, Pius Hofstetter, A. Boltshauser, E. Ruoss

IGC Proceedings (1977-2023)

No abstract provided.


Bodyweight Gain Of Grazing Sheep Responses To Stocking Rate In Stipa Breviflora Steppe, Zhongwu Wang, Guodong Han, Mengli Zhao Jan 2021

Bodyweight Gain Of Grazing Sheep Responses To Stocking Rate In Stipa Breviflora Steppe, Zhongwu Wang, Guodong Han, Mengli Zhao

IGC Proceedings (1977-2023)

No abstract provided.


Supplementation Levels For Crossbred Steers Kept In Pastures Grazing Brachiaria Brizantha, I. F. Andrade, M. M. Leão, A. A. F. Baião, E. A. A. M. Baião Jan 2021

Supplementation Levels For Crossbred Steers Kept In Pastures Grazing Brachiaria Brizantha, I. F. Andrade, M. M. Leão, A. A. F. Baião, E. A. A. M. Baião

IGC Proceedings (1977-2023)

No abstract provided.


Effect Of The Pasture On Milk Production From Cinisara Cows Over The Seasons, M. Alabiso, C. Giosuè, M. L. Alicata, V. Ilardi, D. Giambalvo, G. Maniaci Jan 2021

Effect Of The Pasture On Milk Production From Cinisara Cows Over The Seasons, M. Alabiso, C. Giosuè, M. L. Alicata, V. Ilardi, D. Giambalvo, G. Maniaci

IGC Proceedings (1977-2023)

No abstract provided.