Behavioral and thermoregulatory responses of moose to high ambient temperatures and insect harassment in aspen-dominated forests

Authors

Lyle A. Renecker
Robert J. Hudson

Document Type

Article

Journal/Book Title/Conference

Alces

Volume

26

First Page

66

Last Page

72

Publication Date

1990

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Abstract

Heart rate and insect annoyance were studied in hand-reared adult moose (Alces alces) cows released into a 65-ha enclosure in April, May, July, and October. Radiant heat load exerted the greatest influence on heart rates of bedded moose in all months. Wind and insects had lesser, but significant effect during April and May, respectively. Respiratory rate was related to ambient temperature showing a dramatic increase about 14℃.

Recommended Citation

Renecker, Lyle A. and Hudson, Robert J. 1990. Behavioral and thermoregulatory responses of moose to high ambient temperatures and insect harassment in aspen-dominated forests. Alces. 26: 66-72.