CSSF Category Awards: 2012
Zoology

Junior Division

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J2217 — First Place

Matthew Sorge, Grade 7
Do Cool Temperatures Impact the Parasitism Rate of Psyttalia humilis?
Advisor: Ms. Debbie Culley
School: Santa Fe Christian Community School, Solana Beach, San Diego County

J2213 — Second Place

Lilly M. Ryll, Grade 8
Backyard Bacteria
Advisor: Mrs. Erin Schumacher
School: Marshall (Thurgood) Middle School, San Diego, San Diego County

J2221 — Third Place

Daniel I. Vitenson, Grade 7
Influence of Tides on Behavior of Light-Footed Clapper Rails
Advisor: Mrs. Roxanne Hunker
School: Rhoades (The) School, Encinitas, San Diego County

J2211 — Fourth Place

Sara J. Pedro, Grade 6
Bird's Cafe: Colored Birdseed vs. Natural Birdseed
Advisor: Mrs. Christy Zepeda
School: Rio Del Mar Elemetary School, Aptos, Santa Cruz County

J2216 — Honorable Mention

Benny Siam, Grade 7
Benjamin J. Zdasiuk, Grade 7
How Does Sound Affect Goldfish Feeding Habits?
Advisor: <none acknowledged>
School: Corte Madera Middle School, Portola Valley, San Mateo County

J2222 — Honorable Mention

Katie E. Weaver, Grade 8
The Effects of Carbohydrates on Lifespan
Advisor: Ms. Julianna So
School: St. Margaret's Episcopal School, San Juan Capistrano, Orange County