De ene fuik is de andere niet: onderzoek naar vangstefficiëntie van twee duiktypes

Amphibian funnel traps: a study on the efficiency of two types of funnel traps The efficiency of two types of amphibian funnel traps (Vermandel traps vs. harmonica traps) were compared in a field test. The Vermandel traps proved the most efficient, trapping more newts and detecting all species that comprise the local newt community on a more frequent basis. Many variables like price, weight, durability and survey time influence the overall efficiency of each type and determine which type is suitable for a specific field study. The most important variables of each funnel trap are discussed in detail. For a standardized, long term study it is imperative to use the same type throughout the study. When several types are used, the results are incomparable due to the different catch rate of each type of trap. The authors recommend a follow up study focused on the efficiency of other, regularly used types of funnel traps Er wordt veel onderzoek naar amfibieën gedaan. Fuikonderzoek is daarbij een veel toegepaste methode. Maar welke fuik scoort nu eigenlijk het best? Welke fuikkenmerken zijn belangrijk? En is er eigenlijk wel zoiets als ‘de beste fuik’?