Ecological Sampling Methods Quiz

Which of the following best describes population abundance in ecological terms?

• The total biomass of all species in an ecosystem

• The relative representation of a species in an ecosystem

• The number of different species in a habitat

• The genetic diversity within a population

Which sampling method is most appropriate for studying non-motile organisms?

• Lincoln index

• Quadrat sampling

• Kick sampling

• Flight interception traps

What is the primary purpose of a Tullgren funnel?

• To collect flying insects at night

• To extract invertebrates from soil samples

• To trap mammals in the forest

• To count plant species

Which of these is NOT a method for sampling motile organisms?

• Pitfall traps

• Seine nets

• Point frames

• Light traps

What is the main limitation of kick sampling in river ecosystems?

• It only works in deep water

• It cannot be standardized easily

• It only catches large organisms

• It requires expensive equipment

Which sampling technique uses UV light against a white sheet?

• Pitfall trap

• Light trap

• Tullgren funnel

• Sweep net

What is the primary advantage of using aerial photography for population counts?

• It's the least expensive method

• It works well for small organisms

• It allows counting of large animal herds

• It can be used at night

Which sampling method is most appropriate for collecting butterflies?

• Pitfall traps

• Sweep nets

• Quadrats

• Pooters

What equipment is essential for a basic pitfall trap?

• UV light and white sheet

• Buried container and rain cover

• Fine mesh net and poles

• Digital camera and computer

Which method would be most suitable for sampling leaf litter invertebrates?

• Aerial photography

• Seine netting

• Pooter sampling

• Tullgren funnel