Rana temporaria question.

[GlasgowGecko]

Hi guys,

I'd like to pick your brains regarding Common frog (Rana temporaria) hibernation, or more specifically hibernation in captivity.

A colleague is currently formulating strategy for PhD experiments testing phenology of over-wintered individuals (among other things), and there is a general consensus in the literature that it is not possible to do in a 'captive' situation. This includes common garden enclosures.

So:

- Has anyone had any success with this? Details would be nice.
- What burrow depth would be common for this species?

I would greatly appreciate any help,
Kind regards,
Andy

[vikki_john]

My friend actually has a phD dissertation on his computer regarding a very similar project. I will ask him when i see him what its actually about

[GlasgowGecko]

Originally Posted by vikki_john

My friend actually has a phD dissertation on his computer regarding a very similar project. I will ask him when i see him what its actually about

Thank you I would appreciate it.

Andy

[vikki_john]

He said it might not be exactly what your after but is a good reference. If you pm me your e mail address i ll give it to him and he will send you the document.