Field methods

Quadrats

Using a known size shaped frame to estimate and measure the abundance and biodiversity in a habitat/ area. Relative abundance. 

Transects

Taking standardized measurements and counts along a fixed path to see the changes in species distribution and abundance over a specific distance. 100% visual coverage survey walking. Species richness.

Reconnaissance surveys

Documenting species or habitats seen at the site of Project or Action.

Camera trapping

Using cameras to monitor species behavior and abundance without human interference. 

Tree health

A visual evaluation of health, looking for disease, pests, structural issues. 

Mammals/ Herps

Snout - vent - length 

Tail - hind foot - mass - sex - species

Bird point sampling

Listening/ visually seeing birds. Keeping count of species and how many.

Lasso

Used to catch lizards and snakes (herps)

Tree data

DBH diameter at breast height. Density of the crown. Height and swelling.