2005 Category Winners in
Zoology

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First Place: J1913

Lent, Gary J. Grade 8, San Mateo County
How a Sowbug Relies on Its Sense of Smell: Common Scents about Sowbugs
Advisor: Mr. David Ortolan
School: Ralston Middle School, Belmont

Second Place: J1905

Dubrow, Zoe E. Grade 6, San Mateo County
Determining Toads' Dominant Sense for Locating Food
Advisor: Mr. Robert Dubrow
School: Central Middle School, San Carlos

Third Place: J1999

Walker, Heather M. Grade 8, Riverside County
Shake Ya Tail Feathers: In Dirt or Water?
Advisor: Mr. Scott Carrico
School: Norco Intermediate School, Norco

Honorable Mention: J1920

Storm, Brandon L. Grade 6, Fresno County
What's for Dinner? The Analysis of Juvenile vs. Adult Prey in Barn Owl Pellets
Advisor: Ms. Burleigh Lockwood
School: Forkner (J.C.) Elementary School, Fresno