Forest edge fungal density transect sampling (Aves)

Subcategory: field survey

Papers: 1 | Mentions: 1

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Description

Systematic transect sampling from forest edge to interior with perpendicular plots to assess fungal infection density in relation to distance from meadow edge. Trees categorized by size class and assessed for fungal presence based on visual identification of characteristic white conks.

Typical Equipment

ArcGIS

Output Measurements

fungal density
tree counts by size class
distance from edge
sapsucker damage

Papers Using This Protocol (1)

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Aspen heart rot fungus (<i>Phellinus tremulae</i>) distribution in aspen forests in relation to open meadows: implications for red-naped sapsucker (<i>Sphyrapicus nuchalis</i>) nesting habitat

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