Lab 3 - Distance based dataset

In this experiment, transect measuring tape was used to record the distance of any visible bird sightings. The distance was recorded in meters. Five trials were done for each woodlot and grassland where the transect tape was laid down and extended to about 20m. The frequency and the distance of bird sightings were noted down based on the observer’s standing location on the transect tape. Bird’s specie was also noted down based on visible observation. If a bird couldn’t be identified, ‘unknown specie’ was recorded in the data. Wind speed was estimated to be 4 based on Beaufort scale which ranges from 0 (calm) to 14 (hurricane force). This experiment was done in groups of 3-4. Our group members included Sana Jamal, Ferinaz, Afraa Tarafdar and Maham Anees (me). The data was collected on Friday October 3, 2014 on Keele campus of York University between 2:30 pm to 5:00 pm. The temperature was about 16ᵒC and it was raining.