Data Analysis: Nearshore Fish Study

Data Analysis: Nearshore Fish Study

Overview

Create graphs/graphics related to the nearshore fish diversity or Atlantic Silverside size classes.

Highlights

Program Type: Lab

Program Duration: 1.25 Hours

Trip Season: Sept-June

Student Limit: Up to 20

Ocean Literacy Principle: #1: Earth has one big ocean with many features. #5: The ocean supports a great diversity of life and ecosystems.

Trip Description

Students compare the data they have collected to a sample dataset. There are two options: the nearshore fish diversity data analysis activity can be used with any nearshore fish study, while the silverside data analysis activity is designed for classes that collect a dataset on size classes of Atlantic Silverside populations.

Labs taught a Project O take place over 2.5 hours so this program plus one additional lab of your choosing will be taught.