Course:VANT149/2024/Capstone/Science/Team15

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Research Question：

How do species richness, abundance of key species, and diversity indices vary in the intertidal zones of Wreck Beach in Vancouver, and how do specific tidal patterns (e.g., low tide, mid tide, and high tide) influence these biodiversity indicators?

Abstract

This research investigates the impact of tidal patterns on the biodiversity of marine organisms at Wreck Beach. The study focuses on observing and recording the abundance and behavior of various species, including seaweed (Ulva lactuca), mussels, clams, barnacles, sand crabs, and oysters, during low, mid, and high tide conditions. Data collection was conducted on May 15 and 16, capturing key environmental parameters such as air temperature and substrate type. The analysis aims to identify which species are most resilient to tidal changes and which are most affected. This research provides valuable insights into the ecological dynamics of intertidal zones and contributes to marine conservation efforts.

Biographies

Haoyu Liu(Howie) is a first-year student currently enrolled in the Science program at Vantage College, University of British Columbia. His research interests include the biodiversity of oceans and the analysis of human behavior. When not engaged in research, his focus shifts to the cultural practices of Chinese tea.

Benson Huang is a student from Vantage Science. I'm interested in environmental science. In last term, I take EOSC110 as my main course. And in this summer term, I chose CHEM123 and PHYS118.