Species

Biodiversity Survey Species

When conducting Biodiversity Surveys, we attempt to identify invertebrate and algae species to the lowest taxonomic level possible. Sometimes lumping within higher taxonomic groups is necessary. If algae are challenging to identify in the field, we take voucher specimens and press them on herbarium paper. These are brought back to the lab where we are unrushed and use dichotomous keys, microscopy, and other resources to attempt identification. Vouchering began in 2001 and is ongoing; this growing collection is in the process of being digitized.

Please see our complete species lookup table (including general taxonomic group name and common name, if available) of ALL species observed during the Biodiversity Surveys (at all sites) for more information.