Extending body condition scoring beyond measurable rump fat to estimate full range of nutritional condition for moose
January 1, 2022
Moose (Alces alces) populations along the southern extent of their range are largely declining, and there is growing evidence that nutritional condition — which influences several vital rates – is a contributing factor. Moose body condition can presently be estimated only when there is measurable subcutaneous rump fat, which equates to animals with >6% ingesta-free body fat (IFBFat). There is need for a technique to allow body fat estimation of animals in poorer body condition (i.e.,
Citation Information
| Publication Year | 2022 |
|---|---|
| Title | Extending body condition scoring beyond measurable rump fat to estimate full range of nutritional condition for moose |
| Authors | Rebecca L. Levine, Rachel A. Smiley, Brett R. Jesmer, Brendan A. Oates, Jacob R. Goheen, Thomas R. Stephenson, Matthew Kauffman, Gary L. Fralick, Kevin L. Monteith |
| Publication Type | Article |
| Publication Subtype | Journal Article |
| Series Title | Alces |
| Index ID | 70236821 |
| Record Source | USGS Publications Warehouse |
| USGS Organization | Coop Res Unit Seattle |