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Cariveau allometric conversion (Apidae)

Subcategory: morphometric
Standard reference: Inouye 1980, Pyke 1982
Papers: 9 | Mentions: 10

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Description

Field capture of wild bumblebees followed by temporary immobilization through cold-induced chill coma to enable precise measurement of tongue length and body size. Individuals are released unharmed after measurement.

Typical Equipment

  • insect net
  • labeled vials
  • cooler
  • digital caliper
  • tweezer

Output Measurements

  • tongue length
  • intertegular distance