The Effect of COVID-19 Lockdowns on Uploads to iNaturalist in New York City
Our project explores the effect of COVID-19 lockdowns in New York City on the uploads made to iNaturalist, an online network for sharing biodiversity information.
Tag: iNaturalist
The Shocking Reality of COVID-19’s Effects on the Macaulay BioBlitz
Being in lockdown has changed everything about our lives – especially the BioBlitz! For our project, we delved into how COVID-19 may or may not have changed the way students participated in this year’s BioBlitz
The relationship between park size and plant biodiversity in NYC
With the creation of urban environments, there is less greenspace available for wildlife. We explore the relationship between park size and plant biodiversity in the urban environment of NYC.
Exploration of the Potential Correlation Between Population Density and Rat Infestation
A study to find a potential correlation between rat population and human population density in New York City.
How the Amount of Green Area and Human Population Density Relates to Poison Ivy Observation Density in NYC
In our study, we analyze the correlation – if any – between Poison Ivy observation abundance and other geographical factors, including human population density, green acreage, and iNaturalist user density.
The Relationship Between Air Quality and Bee Diversity within New York
We know how air quality affects humans, but did you ever wonder how it affects bees? Will it be harmful to them the same way it is to us?
Lichen Diversity Increasing Over the Past Seven Years Amid Stable Air Quality
New York finally has some decent air! But how are the lichens doing?
Has Reduced Air Pollution as a Result of COVID-19 Really Caused a Return of Wildlife?
Have you observed an uptick in wildlife activity since the onset of COVID-19? In this project, we explore how reduced air pollution levels associated with COVID-19 correlate with wildlife activity throughout NYC.
An Effective Comparison of Mosquito Population Size Pre COVID-19 and Post COVID-19
Mosquito observations in New York State took a sharp increase in 2020. We go in depth as to why this happened and how it compares to mosquito observations in previous years!
