Marc P. Hayes

TL;DR: It is hypothesized that interspecific amplexus with introduced R. catesbeiana could result in reproductive interference with negative demographic consequences in native ranid populations that have been reduced or altered by other stressors in western North America.

TL;DR: Although no clear correlation exists between production of dermal antimicrobial peptides by a species and its resistance to fatal chytridiomycosis, the diversity of these peptides in R. pretiosa may be pivotal in defending the species against environmental pathogens such as B. dendrobatidis.

TL;DR: The study provides support for the hypothesis that the multiplicity and diversity of the antimicrobial peptide repertoire in R. pretiosa and the high growth-inhibitory potency of certain peptides against B. dendrobatidis are important in conferring a measure of resistance to fatal chytridiomycosis.

TL;DR: N-mixture models, paired with careful consideration of study design alternatives, can produce robust estimates of abundance and obviate the traditional reliance on indices of relative abundance for many rare and sensitive taxa.

TL;DR: The 1st field observation of oviposition by tailed frogs is reported, and selected field data on early development is selected.