Date of Award

2019

Document Type

Dissertation/Thesis

Submission Date

October 2026

Thesis/Dissertation Advisor [Chair]

Moore, Jon

Abstract

Citizen science is an emerging field that engages the general public and allows them to make a direct contribution to research. FAU Harbor Branch has recently established its first citizen science program, called DNAngler, which uses environmental DNA (eDNA) to assess fish diversity in the Indian River Lagoon. Two events were hosted at local parks where over 60 anglers were asked to fish for at least one hour, record all fish caught or observed, and take a water sample. Researchers then extracted eDNA from the samples and used metabarcoding in order to detect individual species that were present at the fishing location. Once available, this data will be accessible to the public via a website so that they can track the results from their samples. Positive evaluation feedback has demonstrated the success of this program and its ultimate findings have important implications for managing and conserving local fish populations.

Comments

Includes bibliography.

Extent

25 p.

Identifier

FAUHT00070

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