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Tables and Graphs

In constructing my table, I encountered minimal challenges in structuring and summarizing my data. Once the data was compiled, it conformed to my initial expectations, demonstrating a positive correlation between…

Post 6: Data Collection (Tokyo, Japan)

On June 5, 2023, I re-collected the temperature, humidity, and flower abudance of azalea in 2 areas for my study. The area of study is my garden in Tokyo, Japan….

Comparing Sampling Strategies

In our recent virtual forest tutorial, we employed three different sampling strategies for studying biodiversity: Random Sampling, Systemic Sampling, and Haphazard Sampling. Each of these methods has its unique advantages…

Field Observations

I have decided for my final project I will be focusing on the blooming of various plant species in my front yard, and the relevant ecological implications. Our goal is…

Blog Post 4: Sampling Strategies

Using the different sampling strategies of systematic, random, and haphazard all had different results. The fastest estimated sampling time was systematic sampling at 12h 5m. The other two strategies had…

Theoretical Perspectives

For my research I was interested in observing the effect human activity had on squirrel behaviour; will they indulge in self maintenance and foraging within proximity to us? Could reforested…

Data Collection on American Red Squirrels

In total I have collected 19 replicates: 10 counts at location 1, or the location with significant human activity, and 9 at location 2, the secluded area. I collected data…

Post 9

Over the course of my research, I collected my data using the stratified random sampling technique. I chose random sampling locations from subareas that have variations in physical features, in…

Blog Post 3: Ongoing Field Observations

I narrowed down my study area to a patch of trees within the small canyon that are all within 30m from each other. Within the study area, I noticed that…

Ongoing Field Observations

Identify the organism or biological attribute that you plan to study. I plan to study bird activity at a single feeding station. Specifically, how is bird activity affected by easy…