Synopsis of recent research by authors named "Kendra Arkley"
- Kendra Arkley's research focuses on the role of vibrissal (whisker) sensing in navigation and exploration among nocturnal and arboreal rodents, particularly the Hazel dormouse and various species of rats and marsupials.
- Her findings highlight the significance of whisker touch as a sensory tool that aids these animals in navigating their environments, particularly in the context of habitat fragmentation and loss, as observed in the declining Hazel dormouse population in the UK.
- Arkley's studies demonstrate that active whisking behaviors are context-dependent and modulated by both the animal's locomotion and environmental structures, providing insights into the adaptive strategies used by these species for effective spatial awareness and movement.
