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.