Capture-Mark-Recapture Method …Lincoln Index

1. After watching the video and taking notes, what is the size of the snail population: _________

2. A group of whale researchers wanted to estimate the population of humpback whales

(Megaptera Novaeangliae) . In 2010 they counted 1235 individuals and identified/recorded each
by their distinct natural markings. The whales were spotted using small planes and ships.

In 2012, 1124 were spotted of which 157 were identified as being from the 2010 sample.
1. Estimate the whale population
2. Evaluate the method used.

3. Design a capture-mark-recapture experiment using one of the following: wood mouse,

cockroach or scorpion.

4. What two equations can be used to calculate the Simpson’s Diversity Index?

5. Use the Simpson’s Diversity Index to calculate the following:

6. Use the other equation to calculate this: