Protocol Details for Monitoring Aquatic Nuisance Species Protocol Details for Monitoring Aquatic Nuisance Species



Invertebrate - Benthic inverts
Multiple - benthic
Qualitative: no
Quantitative: Yes
Rapid Assessment: No
Specs:
Distance:
Frequency:
Gear: corer
Method:

Protocol for monitoring of marine benthos: intertidal and subtidal macrofauna

 

This document includes an extensive discussion of how to choose sample site, size, frequency, and method.  A number of different methods are discussed, including dredges, corers, graps, and photography.  Only general guidelines are given – collectors are encouraged to tailor a sampling program to their study.

 

In soft-bottomed habitats, grabs or corers are recommended.  In hard-bottomed habitats, photography is recommended.  Many different types and techniques of grabs, corers and cameras are presented.

 

 

Comments:
Reference 1
authorGerhard W. Pohle and Marin L. H. Thomas
Date9999
TitleMarine Biodiversity Monitoring: Monitoring Protocol for Marine Benthos: Intertidal and Subtidal Macrofauna
journalreport
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Invertebrate - Benthic inverts
Multiple
Qualitative: no
Quantitative: Yes
Rapid Assessment: No
Specs:
Distance:
Frequency:
Gear: corer
Method: This manuscript describes a sampling experiment that was done to obtain a statistically optimal protocol for bentic inverts in an intertidal habitat.  The optimal protocol was to use a corer of 0.01 m2 x 5 cm deep with 15-20 replicates.  See text for details.  I can post copies to whomever needs one -- email me at pam_schofield@usgs.gov.
Comments:
Reference 1
authorFerraro, S. P. and F. A. Cole
Date2004
TitleOptimal benthic macrofaunal sampling protocol for detecting differences among four habitats in Willapa Bay, Washington, USA
journalEstuaries
vol27
pages1014-1025
Reference 2
Reference 3