sampling techniques Flashcards
(4 cards)
1
Q
whats a population
A
A population is the quantity of organisms (same species or type of species) found in an ecosystem.
2
Q
whats abundance
A
the number of individuals of that same species present in the named ecosystem. If the abundance is high, this species is unlikely to be endangered. If low, this species need to be protected and conserved.
3
Q
whats distribution
A
the spread of that same species that reside in the named ecosystem.
high= species is either mobile and/or can adapt in multiple locations.
low= this species may prefer to exist as a community.
4
Q
types of sampling techniques
A
quadrat
transect
Capture-Release-Recapture
