... The application of molecular genetic techniques to zoology are discussed, emphasizing that molecular genetic techniques can be used to address strictly zoological questions in such fields as sociobiology, population structure, breeding structure, species identification, and species conservation...

... As part of a larger study investigating the distribution and status of reptiles in northern Victoria, the effectiveness of three reptile census techniques was compared over 29 sites in remnant woodland and grassy woodland patches. These techniques revealed no significant differences...

... Several techniques were trialed for monitoring the newly-established fur seal haul-out site at Steamers Head, NSW. In order to minimise our impact, we also monitored for any disturbance to seals from our sampling. The site is unusual as while it can only be observed by boat seals perch...

... and developed existing techniques, tested options and employed new techniques. It involved mechanically lifting whales on to trucks and alongside boats, transport to a sheltered cove followed by the use of various surf-boards to coax them into deep water. Success is attributed to early notification...

... mitigating adverse impacts identified by the monitoring. With regard to the platypus, detection of adverse impacts by a monitoring program can be constrained by both limitations on the sampling techniques currently available (observations and/or capture by netting and/or assessment of important habitat...

...); or to a chronological year based on annual cementum rings in teeth. However, for infants, only morphometric techniques are available, and individual variation can lead to less reliable predictions of age from these measurements. Here we describe the sequences and timing of tooth emergence and replacement in the Grey...

...: avoiding and overcoming bias in survey data used to derive computer-based models selecting an appropriate modelling technique incorporating spatial analysis into models testing and refining predictions ...

... recognize the relevance of these studies. They are encouraged to link knowledge of invertebrate ecology to key issues in management. Invertebrate skills and techniques are taught with reference to the better known taxa. Emphasis is given to the functional roles of invertebrates in communities since...