Barcode Long Island Team Biodiversity of small standing waters
Program:
Barcode Long Island
Year:
2017-18
Research Topic:
Biodiversity & trade
Taxonomic Group Studied:
Animals: Invertebrate

Project:

Comparing Biodiversity of Macro invertebrates attracted to pools and ponds
Students:
Stephanie Ross, Heather Abbene, Alina Naseer
School:
Walt Whitman, Suffolk
Mentors:
fred feraco

Abstract:

We will be investigating the contrast and similarities of DNA in macro invertebrates in pools and freshwater ponds. As well as the affects of human civilization on the biodiversity of macro invertebrates. By doing this experiment we can identify possible health risks carried by the insects.

Poster:

DNA Barcoding Poster
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