Bird diversity dataset.csv

<b>Methods</b> This dataset was collected on September 29, 2016 at approximately 4pm, in the Dandy grasslands and woodlot near York University. The weather for the day of sampling was 15°C with light rain (Rain:<b> </b>1-3 mm Wind: 20 km/h E Wind gust: 30 km/h Humidity<b>:</b> 82). In each habitat type, five different 10 m transects were placed in randomly chosen spots. The number of bird sightings in a one minute interval was recorded for each transect. Wind intensity for each transect was estimated on a scale from 1 to 5, 5 being the most intense. Wind speed and weather information for the general area was obtained from the website https://www.theweathernetwork.com/ca/weather/ontario/north-york at the time of sampling. The number of different bird species and the distance from the transect was also estimated for each sighting. <b>Hypothesis</b> Wind intensity has an impact on the number of birds that are active. <b>Predictions</b> 1) There will not be many birds active due to the high wind intensity. 2) There will be a low diversity of bird species, because smaller birds may have difficulty navigating in strong winds. 3) There will be a higher abundance of flying birds in the open area (grasslands) than in the woodlands at the time of sampling, due to the fact that most birds are diurnal.