Zoology/Expert Profile
Expertise
I can answer questions regarding the ecology, behavior and basic biology of various animal species, particularly cats and Florida native animals. I generally cannot answer questions regarding the physiology of animals. I -do not- know about duck husbandry.
Experience in the area
Eight years as a Docent in the Central Florida Zoo, Education Animal Keeper internship at the Central Florida Zoo, research assistant with the University of Central Florida Beach Mouse Project.
Education/Credentials
B.S. Biology
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Recent Answers from Meryl Green
2009-11-12 Do earth worms have electromagnetic fields?:
Yes, I think the worms would get shocked, and I'm not sure the paper would create an electromagnetic field anyway. Perhaps instead you can make an electromagnet (such as: http://education.jlab.org/qa/electromagnet
2009-11-11 What is this?:
Thanks for the extra details. I think what you have is a "puss caterpillar", Megalopyge opercularis. The adult is rather different as far as moths go as well. They are apparently found throughout North
2009-11-10 What is this?:
Unfortunately the picture is not focused on the animal. From the details you give and what I can see, it might be a mouse, shrew, mole, or perhaps something else. Do you remember any details that might
2009-11-03 career help!:
In the United States many organizations offer internships. Some, usually smaller places, are purely volunteer, and others offer one or more of room, board and a stipend. You can check the American Zoo
2009-10-30 cat repredues:
Domestic cats can have up to 10 kittens in a litter and the average number of kittens in a litter is 4 to 5. http://books.google.com/books?id=hFbJWMh9-OAC&dq=%22wild+cats+of+the+world%22&pr
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