How many replicates did you sample?
I samples 10 replicates
Have you had any problems implementing your sampling design?
Initially, I encountered a challenge in ensuring the accuracy of the data, as not every quadrat I observed was entirely shaded or unshaded. To address this, I made a decision to modify my data collection approach and alter the table structure after the initial replicate. This adjustment allowed me to accurately record the presence or absence of shade in each quadrat.
Another obstacle I faced was monitoring human foot traffic. To overcome this, I chose to spend time outdoors observing human activity between 11:30 AM and 3:30 PM, as well as from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM. These time intervals appeared reasonable for people to visit the park, walk their dogs, or spend time with their children after school.
Have you noticed any ancillary patterns that make you reflect on your hypothesis?
An ancillary pattern that prompted me to reflect on my hypothesis was the noticeable contrast between my recent field sampling and the initial samples. With closer observation, there was a significant decrease in the presence of Calyptocarpus, even with just a cursory glance. During the past week, Texas experienced an intense heat wave, with temperatures soaring up to 35 degrees Celsius during the hottest part of the day. Further investigation into my research revealed that Calyptocarpus thrives at temperatures of up to 25 degrees Celsius during its flowering stage, iThis suggests that there may be a problem because the current weather is hotter than what Calyptocarpus prefers.
Sounds like it is coming along. I’m curious how you adjusted your shade sampling