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Termite Foraging Activity on Desertified Shrublands and Grasslands on the Jornada Basin, 1988-2000

General Information
Data Package:
Local Identifier:knb-lter-jrn.210010001.80
Title:Termite Foraging Activity on Desertified Shrublands and Grasslands on the Jornada Basin, 1988-2000
Alternate Identifier:DOI PLACE HOLDER
Abstract:

 
Termites are important to litter decomposition and nutrient cycling in desert grasslands.  The annual feeding activity on paper baits of subterranean termites in desertified (degraded-shrub dominated ecosystems) and relatively undegraded black-grama (Bouteloua eriopoda) grasslands was measured over six years on 12 sites on the Jornada Basin. Toilet paper roll termite baits were placed on grids on each consumer plot. Data include initial bait weights and bait weights after baits had been retrieved from the field once each year. Weight loss was calculated as a measure of termite foraging activity. This study is complete.

Short Name:JornadaStudy_010_termite_bait_data
Publication Date:2011-12-03
Language:English

Time Period
Begin:
1988-06-03
End:
2000-01-14

People and Organizations
Contact:Manager, Data (Jornada LTER, datamanager.jrn.lter@gmail.com) 
Creator:Whitford, Walter 

Data Entities
Data Table Name:
data_JornadaStudy_010_npp_termite_bait
Description:
Data file information for Jornada data set: Termite bait data
Detailed Metadata

Data Entities


Data Table

Data:https://pasta-s.lternet.edu/package/data/eml/knb-lter-jrn/210010001/80/25199f7dc092e6944fc896de5be79aee
Name:data_JornadaStudy_010_npp_termite_bait
Description:Data file information for Jornada data set: Termite bait data
Number of Columns:13

Time Period
Begin:
1988-06-03
End:
2000-01-14

Table Structure
Object Name:JornadaStudy_010_termite_bait_data.csv
Size:205797
Text Format:
Number of Header Lines:52
Number of Foot Lines:0
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Orientation:column
Simple Delimited:
Field Delimiter:,
Quote Character:"

Table Column Descriptions
 date placedvegetation zonesiteplot idgrid idbait rolldate collectedinitial weightfinal weightactivity typeweight lossproblem codecomments
Column Name:date_put  
zone  
site  
plot  
grid  
roll  
date_get  
weight_initial  
weight_final  
activity  
weight_loss  
pc  
comments  
Definition:Date baits placed in fieldVegetation zoneSitePlot i.d. within a zoneGrid i.d.* = Grid i.d. where first 2 columns: CB=creosotebush GL=grassland MD=mesquite dune TB=tarbush 3rd column = '-' (without quote marks) 4th column = corresponds to plot 5th column = 1 of 9 quads within plot 6th column = '-' (without quote marks) 7th column = T(termite baits grid * Termite Bait Tag I.D.'s: T WEST: TB-A2-T1 through TB-A2-T25 T EAST: TB-B4-T1 through TB-B4-T25 ------ -------------------------- M RABB: MD-A9-T1 through MD-A9-T25 M RABB: MD-C1-T1 through MD-C1-T25 M WELL: MD-B5-T1 through MD-B5-T25 ------ -------------------------- G IBPE: GL-C6-T1 through GL-C6-T25 G IBPE: GL-A2-T1 through GL-A2-T25 G BASN: GL-B5-T1 through GL-B5-T25 G SUMM: GL-A2-T1 through GL-A2-T25 ------ -------------------------- C SAND: CB-B7-T1 through CB-B7-T25 C CALI: CB-A2-T1 through CB-A2-T25 C GRAV: CB-D9-T1 through CB-D9-T25Termite bait roll numberDate baits collected from fieldInitial pre-field oven-dry weightFinal post-field oven-dry weightVisible activity noted while cleaning bait prior to oven-dryingWeight loss = initial weight - final weightProblem codecomments if problem code of 1; if no comments a "." is given
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string  
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Measurement Type:dateTimenominalnominalnominalnominalratiodateTimeratiorationominalrationominalnominal
Measurement Values Domain:
Formatmm/dd/yyyy
Precision
Allowed Values and Definitions
Enumerated Domain 
Code Definition
CodeC
Definitioncreosotebush
Source
Code Definition
CodeG
Definitiongrassland (blackgrama)
Source
Code Definition
CodeM
Definitionmesquite dune
Source
Code Definition
CodeT
Definitiontarbush
Source
Allowed Values and Definitions
Enumerated Domain 
Code Definition
CodeCALI
Definitioncaliche site / termite baits
Source
Code Definition
CodeSAND
Definitionsand site / termite baits
Source
Code Definition
CodeGRAV
Definitiongravel site / termite baits
Source
Code Definition
CodeIPBE
DefinitionIBP exclosure site / termite baits
Source
Code Definition
CodeBASN
Definitionbasin slope site / termite baits
Source
Code Definition
CodeSUMM
DefinitionSummerford Mountain site / termite baits
Source
Code Definition
CodeRABB
DefinitionRabbit Rain Gage site/termite baits
Source
Code Definition
CodeWELL
DefinitionWest Well site / termite baits
Source
Code Definition
CodeWEST
Definitionwest site / termite baits
Source
Code Definition
CodeEAST
Definitioneast site / termite baits
Source
DefinitionPlot i.d. within a zone
DefinitionGrid i.d.* = Grid i.d. where first 2 columns: CB=creosotebush GL=grassland MD=mesquite dune TB=tarbush 3rd column = '-' (without quote marks) 4th column = corresponds to plot 5th column = 1 of 9 quads within plot 6th column = '-' (without quote marks) 7th column = T(termite baits grid * Termite Bait Tag I.D.'s: T WEST: TB-A2-T1 through TB-A2-T25 T EAST: TB-B4-T1 through TB-B4-T25 ------ -------------------------- M RABB: MD-A9-T1 through MD-A9-T25 M RABB: MD-C1-T1 through MD-C1-T25 M WELL: MD-B5-T1 through MD-B5-T25 ------ -------------------------- G IBPE: GL-C6-T1 through GL-C6-T25 G IBPE: GL-A2-T1 through GL-A2-T25 G BASN: GL-B5-T1 through GL-B5-T25 G SUMM: GL-A2-T1 through GL-A2-T25 ------ -------------------------- C SAND: CB-B7-T1 through CB-B7-T25 C CALI: CB-A2-T1 through CB-A2-T25 C GRAV: CB-D9-T1 through CB-D9-T25
UnitN/A
Precision1
Typereal
Min
Max25 
Formatmm/dd/yyyy
Precision
Unitgrams
Precision0.01
Typereal
Unitgrams
Precision0.01
Typereal
Allowed Values and Definitions
Enumerated Domain 
Code Definition
CodeY
Definitiontermite activity present
Source
Code Definition
CodeN
Definitionno noticeable termite activity
Source
Code Definition
CodeF
Definitionfungal hypha present
Source
Code Definition
CodeC
Definitionsome termite carton still present; not possible to remove all of carton without removing paper
Source
Code Definition
CodeP
Definitionpossible problem with initial weight. Baits weighed in Annex; perhaps left out too long before weighing.
Source
Unitgrams
Precision0.01
Typereal
Allowed Values and Definitions
Enumerated Domain 
Code Definition
Code0
DefinitionNo problem
Source
Code Definition
Code1
DefinitionCheck history log
Source
Definitioncomments if problem code of 1; if no comments a "." is given
Missing Value Code:              
Code.
ExplMissing value code
Code.
ExplMissing value code
Code.
ExplMissing value code
Code.
ExplMissing value code
   
Accuracy Report:                          
Accuracy Assessment:                          
Coverage:                          
Methods:                          

Data Package Usage Rights

Data Policies

Objectives:
    The Jornada Basin LTER Information Management System (JIMS) provides protocol and services for data collection, verification, organization, archives, and distribution in accordance with recommendations and guidelines developed by the LTER Information Managers Committee (http://www.lternet.edu/data/netpolicy.html). 
Disclaimer:
    While substantial efforts are made to ensure the accuracy of data and documentation, complete accuracy of data sets cannot be guaranteed. All data are made available "as is". The Jornada Basin LTER shall not be liable for damages resulting from any use or misinterpretation of data sets. 
Quality Assurance Policy:
    Data managers interact with researchers during the entire scientific process--from the initial planning of sampling designs and field data collection to archiving and distribution of data. The goal of data management is to build and maintain an archive of Jornada Basin LTER data files that are fully documented, error free, and organized in useful ways. Our protocol for data collection and processing seeks maximum interaction between researchers and data management personnel to avoid confusion and potential loss of data or problems with integrity of data; e.g., identification of historical site treatments that may impact a proposed study or incomplete data set variable descriptions. Site and Data Manager involvement begins during the Project Design phase with the completion of the Jornada Notification of Research form by the researcher prior to the start of work; this alerts both Site and Data Manager to the new study and potential LTER data sets. Upon initiation of a new study, the researcher completes Project Documentation that provides the second level of "metadata" documentation.

    In the Data Collection phase, the data manager helps researchers design field and laboratory data sheets that facilitate data entry and analysis. Prior to JIMS data entry the investigator completes Data Set Documentation to provide the metadata that fully describe the data set. Both Project and Data set documentation are provided with the data set when it is requested or obtained from our Web site. JIMS data entry programs error-check and verify data as they are entered. Computer files are subjected to further verification by graphing and/or error-checking programs, and/or examination by field investigators. Final quality assurance of the data rests with the investigator who submits data for inclusion in the Data Management System. Direct communication with the Site Manager, or through a collaborating JRN P.I., is used to encourage the timely submission of documentation and of data by researchers.

    Error-checked data files are stored with associated documentation files on the file server. Archived data files are maintained in ASCII format on 30-yr magneto-optical (MO) disks, portable hard drives, CD-R media, and DVD media to guard against loss of data access that can result from changing technology. This may also include proprietary binary format files to facilitate recovery of working versions. Image data are archived on 8mm tape. Routine tape data backups of the file server are done daily, weekly, and monthly. One set of off-site copies are maintained elsewhere on the NMSU campus of routine backup tapes, MO disks, CD disks, and DVD disks with a second set of MO, CD and DVD disks maintained off-campus in case of a catastrophe on campus. The final responsibility for quality assurance (both in data and documentation content) rests with the principal investigator who submits the data for inclusion in the Jornada Basin LTER Information Management System. To facilitate quality assurance, the data manag ement staff will provide copies of data and documentation submitted by a principal investigator to that investigator upon request.

    The final responsibility for quality assurance (both in data and documentation content) rests with the principal investigator who submits the data for inclusion in the Jornada Basin LTER Information Management System. To facilitate quality assurance, the data management staff will provide copies of data and documentation submitted by a principal investigator to that investigator upon request.
Policy on Submission of data:
    Data submission into JIMS is expected from LTER researchers, LTER collaborators, and their graduate students where data and information is derived from publicly funded research in the U.S. LTER Network, totally or partially from LTER funds from NSF, Institutional Cost-Share, or Partner Agency or Institution where a formal memorandum of understanding with LTER has been established. Other Jornada Basin researchers are encouraged to submit their documented data for inclusion within JIMS to provide them with an archived backup, ensure its longevity, and provide online access to encourage synthesis efforts. Minimally, for non-LTER associated researchers, we request that publications be provided of research conducted on the Jornada Basin.

    Initial documentation for a data set must be submitted to the Jornada Basin LTER data manager within 90 days of initiation of data collection. Documentation forms are available at http://jornada-www.nmsu.edu/site/dm/readme.php . These consist of Project Abstract and Data Set and Attribute documentation forms, which include objectives of the study, methods, as well as format and content of the data. All data collected during a calendar year should be submitted to the Jornada Basin LTER data manager prior to July first of the following year. First time data submissions must be submitted with updated standard Jornada Basin LTER forms previously submitted.
Data Access Policy:
    Data will be made publicly available no later than 2 years after submission of the data unless an earlier date is specified by the principal investigator. In the event that an extension of the 2 year period is necessary, the principal investigator may petition the Jornada Basin LTER Executive Committee for a longer protected period. Graduate student research data will be available online after degree completion and they have the opportunity to publish their research. 
Policies for re-use, distribution, or the production of derivatives:
    Data re-use, distribution and production of derivative products are governed by the LTER Network data policies (http://www.lternet.edu/data/netpolicy.html) in the spirit of having the potential to increase communication, collaboration and synthesis within and among disciplines. Appropriate citation, acknowledgement, notification and collaboration are outlined and recommended. No commercial redistribution of data and derived products are allowed.
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    Please send notification to the Information Manager (datamanager@jornada-vmail.nmsu.edu) and Responsible Investigator(s) of the data sets you are downloading and your intended use. 
    Individuals and institutions utilizing data from the Jornada Basin LTER database are requested to place the following acknowledgment in any publication in which these data are mentioned:

        Data sets were provided by the Jornada Basin Long-Term Ecological Research (LTER) project. Funding for these data was provided by the U.S. National Science Foundation (Grant DEB-0618210).

    Please send 1 copy of any publication that cites Jornada Basin LTER data to:

         John P. Anderson
         Jornada Experimental Range
         P.O. Box 30003, MSC 3JER
         New Mexico State University
         Las Cruces, NM 88003-0003

Keywords

By Thesaurus:
Research NetworksLTAR, LTER
LTER Core AreasOrganic Matter
Jornada Data CategoryDecomposition
Jornada Dataset Keywordsforaging activity, termites, consumers
Dataset Statuscompleted
Research AreaCarbon, Nitrogen, and Micronutrients

Methods and Protocols

These methods, instrumentation and/or protocols apply to all data in this dataset:

Methods and protocols used in the collection of this data package
Description:

-Field data sheets were used.

Description:

Detailed Methods:
A 5 by 5 grid of 25 toilet paper roll baits is randomly located in each consumer plot. Baits are positioned 1 m apart. Each bait is placed on a rebar rod driven into the ground, and covered with a #10 coffee can. Toilet paper rolls are James River (TM) brand, single-ply, white paper. Each bait is oven dried (55 C; 96 hours), weighed before placement in the field, and then oven dried and weighed again after being collected from the field. The difference in placement weight and retrieval weight is calculated as weight loss. Baits are placed in the field in mid-winter and picked-up the following mid-winter. After collection from field, baits are cleaned of dirt, termite casing, and other foreign debris prior to oven-drying. It should be noted that it is not usually possible to remove all casing material because of its strong adhesion to the bait.

People and Organizations

Publishers:
Organization:Jornada Basin LTER
Web Address:
http://jornada.nmsu.edu/lter
Creators:
Individual: Walter Whitford
Contacts:
Individual: Data Manager
Organization:Jornada LTER, datamanager.jrn.lter@gmail.com

Temporal, Geographic and Taxonomic Coverage

Temporal, Geographic and/or Taxonomic information that applies to all data in this dataset:

Time Period
Begin:
1988-06-03
End:
2000-01-14
Geographic Region:
Description:Our study site is located in the northern Chihuahuan Desert, approximately 25 km northeast of Las Cruces, New Mexico, USA (+32.6 N, -106.7 W, elevation 1315 m). Annual precipitation is 24 cm and maximum temperatures average 13 C in January and 36 C in June. Our study site includes the 78,000 ha Jornada Experimental Range operated by the USDA Agricultural Research Service (http://jornada.nmsu.edu/), and the 22,000 ha Chihuahuan Desert Rangeland Research Center (CDRRC, http://chihuahuansc.nmsu.edu/) operated by New Mexico State University (http://www.nmsu.edu/).
Bounding Coordinates:
Northern:  32.7494871013Southern:  32.4731725883
Western:  -106.87288312Eastern:  -106.692716261
Altitude (meter):1315

Temporal, Geographic and/or Taxonomic information that applies to Data Table: data_JornadaStudy_010_npp_termite_bait


Time Period
Begin:
1988-06-03
End:
2000-01-14

Project

Maintenance

Maintenance:
Description:

Once per year (samples left in the field for 12 months). This study is complete.

Frequency:

Additional Info

Additional Information:
 

LTER-II consumer plots located at C-CALI,C-GRAV,C-SAND,G-BASN, G-IBPE,G-SUMM,T-EAST,T-WEST,M-RABB,M-NORT,M-WELL.

Other Metadata

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