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Sampling and Analysis of Animal Scent Signals
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Sampling and Analysis of Animal Scent Signals

Sampling and Analysis of Animal Scent Signals

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February 13, 2021

DOI:

10.3791/60902-v

DOI:
10.3791/60902-v

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14:59 min
February 13, 2021

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1Department of Biology, Chemistry and Forensic Science,University of Wolverhampton, 2Department of Anthropology & Behavior, Ecology and Evolution Research Centre,Durham University

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We have developed an effective methodology for sampling and analysis of odor signals in order to understand how they may be used in animal communication. Particularly, we use headspace solid-phase microextraction coupled with gas chromatography-mass spectrometry to analyze the volatile components of animal odors and scent-markings.

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Walker, D., Vaglio, S. Sampling and Analysis of Animal Scent Signals. J. Vis. Exp. (168), e60902, doi:10.3791/60902 (2021).

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