Evaluating eDNA Sampling Methods for Citizen Science Biodiversity Monitoring in Tropical Waterways
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Sarah A. Stephenson
23d ago· 17 min readenInsight
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This article examines the use of environmental DNA (eDNA) metabarcoding as a biodiversity monitoring tool, with a focus on adapting sampling approaches for citizen science applications in tropical waterways. It discusses how volunteer-collected eDNA samples can be incorporated into biodiversity surveys, addressing the training and procedural modifications needed for non-specialist participation in conservation research.
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bskyEvaluating eDNA Sampling Methods for Citizen Science Biodiversity Monitoring in Tropical Waterwaysdoi.orgKey quotes
· 3 pulledEnvironmental DNA (eDNA) metabarcoding is a powerful approach for species detection and biodiversity monitoring, increasingly applied to address different research questions
The sampling approaches and rapid data turnaround time have contributed to eDNA metabarcoding growing in use as a biodiversity monitoring tool
Citizen science is increasingly popular but requires training and modifications to sampling procedures so that volunteer-collected environmental DNA (eDNA) samples can be included in biodiversity surveys
Citizen science is increasingly popular but requires training and modifications to sampling procedures so that volunteer-collected environmental DNA (eDNA) samples can be included in biodiversity sur...
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