Preserving the Ecology of the Sandy Beaches
Presentation Type
Oral Presentation
Major
Biology
Abstract
The sandy beaches present an interesting challenge for conservation ecology. They are adversely impacted by human beings and support a variety of species but nevertheless lack a real presence in public eye as a priority for preservation. I will explore some of the lessons learned in writing educational materials on this habitat for the upcoming website for the All Ashore project. I will address the ways human development and maintenance of the beaches are affecting coastal ecology.
Faculty Mentor
Dr. Karen Martin
Funding Source or Research Program
Not Identified
Presentation Session
Session C
Location
Rockwell Academic Center 170
Start Date
3-4-2015 5:15 PM
End Date
3-4-2015 5:30 PM
Preserving the Ecology of the Sandy Beaches
Rockwell Academic Center 170
The sandy beaches present an interesting challenge for conservation ecology. They are adversely impacted by human beings and support a variety of species but nevertheless lack a real presence in public eye as a priority for preservation. I will explore some of the lessons learned in writing educational materials on this habitat for the upcoming website for the All Ashore project. I will address the ways human development and maintenance of the beaches are affecting coastal ecology.