In:
Canadian Journal of Fisheries and Aquatic Sciences, Canadian Science Publishing, Vol. 70, No. 11 ( 2013-11), p. 1658-1665
Abstract:
Current data suggest that lobster (Homarus americanus) populations are less homogenous than once believed. In an effort to better discriminate morphologically among lobsters from different sites, we developed a photographic method using ImageJ and compared it with commonly used “hand” measurements. We standardized the measuring process using a strap-down board for both dorsal and ventral photographs with a camera mounted at a fixed position above the lobster. Discriminant analysis showed that both hand and photographic methods were useful in discriminating lobsters — both males and females — from three different sites. Additionally, the photographic method improved reproducibility and resolution, it reduced measurement time at the dock, and it created a permanent record for later verification, additional statistical analyses, and observer training.
Type of Medium:
Online Resource
ISSN:
0706-652X
,
1205-7533
DOI:
10.1139/cjfas-2013-0103
Language:
English
Publisher:
Canadian Science Publishing
Publication Date:
2013
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7966-2
detail.hit.zdb_id:
1473089-3
SSG:
21,3
SSG:
12
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