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Theoretical Perspectives on Weeds
The aim of my project is to see how different weeds such as dandelions, common mallow (I think, but definitive identification is still needed) and others grow in differing levels…
Reflections on Conducting Field Research
As my field research project draws to a close, I find myself reflecting on the entire process, from the initial design of the experiment to its execution and the insights…
Insights from Data
I recently completed an intensive phase of data collection. This effort resulted in a detailed dataset capturing observations from three distinct urbanization levels: Riverside Park (high urban), Peterson Creek (medium…
Reflections on Field Study
I throughly enjoyed completing my field study. I was lucky enough that my original experimental design worked well, and I did not have to make any modifications. It was quite…
Blog Post #7: Theoretical Perspectives
My research project delves into how proximity to a water source influences the bulb size of Northern Rice Root (Fritillaria camschatcensis), a plant species known for its root bulbs. The…
Sampling Strategies
In total, 7 different tree species (Eastern Hemlock, Sweet Birch, Yellow Birch, Chestnut Oak, Red Maple, Striped Maple, and White Pine) were identified using three different sampling techniques (systematic distance,…
Field Observations
Field observations were recorded in Assiniboine Park, Winnipeg, MB on August 12th, 2024 from 10:00 am – 12:00 pm. The organism I planned to study were bees in the park…
Blog Post #6: Data Collection
During my field data collection activities, I had sampled 15 replicates. In location #1, which is 0-5 meters from the water’s edge, I had sampled 5 replicates. In location #2,…
Data Collection
Initially I was going off purely visual estimation to determine percent cover of weeds for each of my study areas, but I have recently begun using a 40×40cm. quadrat and…
Tables and Graphs: Elevation Gradient
I decided to use a table and few graphs to summarize my data. For the values such as the Shannon-Wiener Index and species density, I had trouble deciding between a…