Leaf Pack Experiment Details at Millstream Farm
Placement Information

Placement Date April 29, 2022
Number of Packs Placed 6
Placement Air Temperature 14.0 °C
Placement Water Temperature 10.0 °C
Stream Habitat Type Pool
Leaf Pack Type and Composition

Predominant Leaf Species:

Birch
Maple
Oak
Aspen Poplar


Retrieval Information

Retrieval Date May 20, 2022
Number of Packs Retrieved 6
Retrieval Air Temperature 22.0 °C
Retrieval Water Temperature 15.0 °C
Storm and Non-Storm Events

Did storms occur while your leaf packs were in the stream? No
Did flooding occur? No
Was this site experiencing a drought during your experiment? No

Summary Analysis
Results Overview

Total Number of Individuals Found 46
Pollution Tolerance Index Score 23
Pollution Tolerance Index Rating Excellent - Organic pollution unlikely
Percent EPT 56.52%




Comments

Most leaf packs were placed in silty/sandy areas, and many were partially buried upon retrieval.