Analyzing Biodiversity in Protected vs. Unprotected Tide Pools
Vicki Chen, Rowan Campbell, Arohi Chirputkar, Emma Tran, Parnika Chaturvedi, Sally Han, Amber Lu, Zoe Chu, Melody Erb, Tejin Mehta, Vidya Bindal, Isaac Lee, Andrew Benson, Connor T. Adams
This study compares biodiversity in protected and unprotected tide pools using Simpson's Diversity Index and finds mixed results with no definitive conclusion on MPA effectiveness.
bioRxiv · Oct 3, 2024 · PreprintEcology