Hervé Jactel

Nov 15, 2024 | biorxiv.org | Laura SCHILLE |Nattan PLAT |Luc Barbaro |Hervé Jactel

AbstractSampling methods that are both scientifically rigorous and ethical are cornerstones of any experimental biological research. Since its introduction 30 years ago, the method of using plasticine prey to quantify predation pressure has become increasingly popular in biology. However, recent studies have questioned the accuracy of the method, suggesting that misinterpretation of predator bite marks and the artificiality of the models may bias the results.

Oct 3, 2024 | biorxiv.org | Laura SCHILLE |Luc Barbaro |Hervé Jactel |Nattan PLAT

AbstractSampling methods that are both scientifically rigorous and ethical are cornerstones of any experimental biological research. Since its introduction 30 years ago, the method of using plasticine prey to quantify predation risk has become increasingly popular in the field of biology. However, recent studies have questioned the accuracy of the method, arguing that inaccuracy in inferring evidence of predator bite marks and the artificiality of models may bias the results.