Services
- Assist in the design of sampling regimes for terrestrial and aquatic invertebrates.
- Collect quantitative and qualitative samples for various invertebrate groups, including freshwater macroinvertebrates.
- Identify invertebrate specimens for routine biomonitoring and research projects.
- Evaluate environmental conditions and habitat variables to support invertebrate sampling and project objectives.
- Provide statistical analyses and data interpretation for invertebrate sampling and habitat data.
- Capture digital images of invertebrate specimens for morphological analysis. and archival purposes.
- Use of documented Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Quality Control/Quality Assurance (QA/QC) procedures
Laboratory Equipment
- Stereo microscope workstations with combined reflected and transmitted light stands
- Stereo microscope workstation with high-resolution digital camera attachment
Field Equipment
- Aquatic and terrestrial sampling nets
- Multi-parameter water quality probe
- Acoustic flow meter for velocity, depth, and discharge
- Temperature and water-level (water pressure) data loggers (freshwater)
Certifications
- Certified Taxonomist, Society for Freshwater Science, Family Level Aquatic Insects (2013)
- Certified Project Manager, Canadian Aquatic Biomonitoring Network Program (2012)
Jessica M. Orlofske 