Pitfall traps to assess insect diversity in Europa Point

Placement focus with the MSC environmental science and climate change programme

About this Placement

Students will assess Invertebrate and insect diversity at Europa point and within foreshore area using pitfall methodology. Specimens are identified in the lab to family or genus level with the assistance of Dr Rhian Guillem.

Skills and Knowledge

  • Insect identification
  • Pitfall trap methodology
  • Lab skills
  • Insect storage

Stakeholders

  • Gibraltar Botanic Gardens