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focal animal sampling

Subcategory: wildlife density estimation
Standard reference: Anderson & Medin, 1969
Papers: 7 | Mentions: 7

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Description

Standardized pellet count method for estimating deer density using systematic transect surveys with random placement. Identifies scat to species level where possible to distinguish herbivore types using a habitat.

Typical Equipment

  • measuring tape
  • random number generator
  • compass
  • camera
  • field identification guides

Output Measurements

  • pellet pile counts by species
  • herbivore density estimates