This research project is a combination of campus (McMaster University) and field research. The field site is the coastal wetland in northern Georgian Bay.
The research study will explore the biodiversity of wetlands and students will be able to learn how to survey turtles, plants and processing of water samples.
Students will study the vulnerability of turtle nests to predators in two different environments. One habitat is along a decommissioned railway bed and another is in an Alvar wetland that has more natural substrate for nesting. They will help build artificial nests (using quail eggs) and help install camera traps to monitor nest predators.
Number of participants: 4
Supervisor: Dr. Pat Chow Fraser
PhD. Student: Reta Meng
Dates: May 27- June10.
Eligibility: Completed LEVEL II (by April 2024) Preference will be given to students in programs registered under the Department of Biology, PNB, or the School of Interdisciplinary Science.
Estimated Cost: OUR will cover the cost of travel to the field site and living expenses.
If you are interested please complete and submit this application by March 12, 2024
