Multiple Tube Sampler for Benthic and Pelagic Invertebrates in Shallow Wetlands
Ned H. Euliss, Jr., George A. Swanson, and Jeffery Mackay
Abstract: Sampling devices that minimize bias and function in aquatic habitats used by waterfowl are needed. We devised a multiple tube sampling device for quantitative sampling of small (<3 cm) aquatic invertebrates in wetlands. The sampler reduced bias associated with sampling macroinvertebrates that utilize the benthic-pelagic interface because it simultaneously collects benthic and water column invertebrates. The sampler was statistically superior to other sampling devices because each sampling effort provided 4 subsamples and a within-sample variance that could be estimated. The device also was durable and reasonably inexpensive to construct.
Euliss, Ned H., Jr., George A. Swanson, and Jeffery Mackay. 1992. Multiple tube sampler for benthic and pelagic invertebrates in shallow wetlands. Journal of Wildlife Management 56(1):186-191.
This resource should be cited as:Euliss, Ned H., Jr., George A. Swanson, and Jeffery Mackay. 1992. Multiple tube sampler for benthic and pelagic invertebrates in shallow wetlands. Journal of Wildlife Management 56(1):186-191. Jamestown, ND: Northern Prairie Wildlife Research Center Online. http://www.npwrc.usgs.gov/resource/inverts/tubesamp/index.htm (Version 21FEB2003).
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Tables and Figures
- Table 1 -- Density of selected macroinvertebrate taxa collected.
- Figure 1 -- Schematic view of the multiple tube sampling device.
Euliss, Ned H., Jr. and George A. Swanson, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Northern Prairie Wildlife Research Center, Route 1, Box 96C, Jamestown, ND 58401-9736
Jeffery Mackay, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Northern Prairie Wildlife Research Center, 6924 Tremont Road, Dixon, CA 95620. Present address: Ruby Lake National Wildlife Refuge, Ruby Valley, NV 89833
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