KA 1: field techniques for biologists: sampling of wild organisms Flashcards

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how should sampling be carried out?

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in a manner that minimises impact on wild species and habitats

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what must consideration be given to?

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rare and vulnerable species and habitats that are protected by legislation

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the chosen technique, point count, transect or remote detection must be…

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appropriate to the species being sampled

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what is a point count?

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observer recording all individuals seen from a fixed point count location

this is compared to other point count locations or with data from the same location gathered at other times

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what is used to sample plants and other sessile or slow-moving organisms?

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-quadrats (of suitable size and shape)
-transects

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how are mobile species sampled?

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capture techniques e.g. traps and nets

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how can elusive species be sampled?

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-directly (using a camera trap)
-indirect method (scat sampling)

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