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Growth and metamorphosis data from a rearing experiment on Rana ornativentris

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Feb 06, 2025 version files 15.27 KB

Abstract

Amphibian larvae exhibit high plasticity in response to environmental conditions such as food and temperature, determining the timing and size of metamorphosis. While extensive research has been conducted on the mechanisms governing when and at what size metamorphosis occurs, specific models indicating species-specific metamorphic points have not been established. To create such a model, we conducted a rearing experiment using Rana ornativentris larvae as an example. We reared the larvae under different feeding conditions, monitored their growth, and recorded the number of days to metamorphosis and the body size at metamorphosis.