Watch the video to see how BehaviorCloud tracks the movement of zebrafish.
In the realm of aquatic research, particularly with zebrafish (danio rerio), the analysis of various movements within tanks has proven to be an invaluable tool. This can be divided into several critical aspects:
Spatial Navigation: Through the utilization of specialized enclosures, such as the T-maze or place preference chamber, scientists are now able to meticulously track the movements of fish. This includes observing and recording the distance traveled, velocity, and zone entries as the fish navigate through their environment. These parameters provide insights into spatial learning and cognitive abilities.
Swimming Behavior: The contrast between swimming and resting times can be thoroughly analyzed, helping researchers understand energy expenditure and behavioral patterns. Advanced tracking methods allow for the charting of the path a fish swims over time, giving a detailed view of individual and species-specific habits.
Shoaling and Social Behavior: Zebrafish are known for their social interactions, and the study of shoaling behavior has become an essential component of behavioral research. By tracking the distance or time spent in proximity to a social target, scientists can gain a profound understanding of social dynamics and the mechanisms that underlie group behavior.
BehaviorCloud is your comprehensive solution for fish behavior analysis, offering a powerful set of tools that cater to the unique needs of aquatic research:
Distance and Time: With automated capabilities, BehaviorCloud takes the hassle out of tracking. It automatically generates crucial data such as the distance traveled, and the breakdown of ambulatory versus resting time for your subjects. This feature enables an effortless and precise understanding of movement patterns.
Zone-based Tracking: Researchers can easily draw zones within the enclosure and get detailed insights into how long a subject spends in each zone, the number of entries, and the latency to first enter. This zone-based tracking allows for a nuanced understanding of spatial preferences and environmental interaction.
Activity Traces: Visualizing the subject’s path is made simple with BehaviorCloud. It offers the ability to create activity traces, providing a clear and comprehensible illustration of movement patterns. What’s more, these traces can be exported effortlessly for use in publications, making the sharing of findings seamless and professional.
BehaviorCloud is a revolutionary platform designed to make the analysis of fish behavior simpler and more efficient. Here’s how it works:
Zebrafish Video Played in BehaviorCloud: Utilize BehaviorCloud to play videos of zebrafish or other aquatic subjects. Stream or Upload Video to Your Account: By downloading the BehaviorCloud Camera app on any mobile device, you can start recording video immediately. You have the ability to view your data in real-time and control trials from any internet-connected computer or from a second mobile device. No extra software is required, and you can even upload existing videos recorded elsewhere.
Drawing Zones and Generating Data: With ease, you can draw zones and automatically generate essential position and activity data. This includes metrics such as distance traveled, latency, velocity, and time spent in zones. Exporting for Publication: BehaviorCloud allows you to export tracked videos and activity traces, ensuring that your findings are ready for professional publication.
Invite Colleagues: You can invite colleagues to view or contribute to experiments. Collaboration within BehaviorCloud is a breeze, and team members can be part of data collection, analysis, or even overseeing the progress of an experiment. Control Permissions: With various permission levels, such as read-only, read/write, or admin access, you maintain control over your data and decide how collaborators interact with it.
Ready to explore the future of aquatic research? Contact us to learn more about BehaviorCloud and how it can transform your fish behavior studies.