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Assessing Pop
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| All sampling gear is | bias |
| eDNA | Genetic material obtained from environmental samples without any signs of biological source material |
| When was eDNA developed | Developed in the 1980’s to represent microbial communities |
| Is eDNA an invasive sampling technique or non- invasive sampling technique? | non-invasive |
| eDNA sources | Primary Egestion Excretion Exfoliation Reproduction Decomposition Secondary Predators Scavengers Coprovores Detritivores |
| eDNA questions that can be answered | detection of endangered species tracking of invasive species metacommunities |
| eDNA challenges | contamination, PCR errors, inhibition (human acids) |
| What kinds of things would effect the amount of eDNA? | Breeding period, size, health, density of organism Environment |