Nature lovers in the Bibra Lake area can attend an informative workshop which demonstrates the use of environmental DNA (eDNA) to detect genetic material that occurs both in soil and water.
By using this tool, scientists can monitor species that are hard to locate, which will include endangered organisms. This helps to maintain the diversity of life found in the wetlands of Western Australia. This is essential ecological work as these areas are threatened both by the reach of urban development and climate change.
During the Symposium, experts will highlight the latest discoveries in eDNA research. The timetable in the morning will include an introduction to Urban Diversity and eDNA, a walk where water samples are gathered, microscope use and analysis of samples using eDNA.
After lunch, there will be five short talks by experts, focusing on subjects such as using ancient sediments to reveal past ecosystems, using eDNA to explore backyard diversity and using eDNA to protect freshwater crayfish.
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Decoding the Helix: Biodiversity and Environmental DNA – A Wetlands Symposium, is taking place on Friday 21st November, from 9am until 2.15pm, at The Wetlands Centre Cockburn, 184 Hope Road, Bibra Lake, WA 6163. Tickets cost from $35.
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