Author: edunn1205

Using ImageJ to Analyze Scales

From left to right: original image, 8-bit greyscale, threshold image, particle analysis.

Last Fall I worked with Glor Lab graduate student Julienne Ng to develop a method of measuring the number and size of scales on Anolis lizards. We are hoping to determine if a relationship exists between temperature and humidity of a habitat and scale size. Below is the method that we have developed using ImageJ, which approximates both the number of scales and the area of those scales.

Holiday Gift Ideas for Anole Lovers

Still looking for the perfect gifts for friends and family? Nothing says “Happy Holidays” like an anole-themed present!

  • For the wine connoisseur: These wine glass charms can double as necklace pendants! They are also the perfect way to spice up your holiday parties.
  • For the home decorator: There’s nothing better to see just as you enter a room than a charming light switch plate.
  • For the fashionista: These headbands are sure to be seen on the runways any day now. Who doesn’t want to look like they have an anole crawling through their hair?!
  • For the green thumb: If you can’t have real anoles in your garden, the next best thing is a ceramic one.
  • For the coffee lover: Now the caffeine addict in your life can enjoy their morning cup with an anole in hand.
  • For the businessman: This stylish anole tie is sure to impress the boss at the next board meeting!
  • For the dog: Even man’s best friend can show off his/her love for anoles.

I hope that these fool-proof gifts will ease your stress this holiday season!

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