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Citizen science DNA barcoding can help solve the riddle of invasive lionfish diet
Research Features, Vol.136, pp.58-61
07/15/2021
Abstract
Invasive lionfish in the Gulf of Mexico are a problem needing a solution, but it is challenging to collect the data needed. DNA barcoding can help by identifying prey species from gut contents. Citizen science can also help by producing data while teaching core scientific concepts to student-scientists. Professor Jeff Eble at Florida Institute of Technology and Professor John Pecore, University of West Florida, combined DNA barcoding with citizen science to form a hands-on learning experience for schools in Florida. Over 1200 students have helped to identify 16 native fish species at threat from lionfish in the Gulf of Mexico.
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- Title
- Citizen science DNA barcoding can help solve the riddle of invasive lionfish diet
- Publication Details
- Research Features, Vol.136, pp.58-61
- Resource Type
- Journal article
- Publisher
- Research Publishing International Ltd
- Identifiers
- 99381315116506600
- Academic Unit
- Teaching, Leadership, and Research; School of Education
- Language
- English