Faculty of Science
Department of Biological Sciences
Biological Sciences
Angiosperm Diversity in Pollination Systems [New]
This activity is designed for upper-level undergraduates and graduate students engaged in ecology and biodiversity sustainability studies. This activity will explore how plant-pollinator interactions can provide an estimate of ecosystem health. We will learn the parts of basic interaction networks. We will use basic network analysis to evaluate plant-pollinator interactions through creating bipartite plots and calculating nestedness. This project aims to share and disseminate the latest knowledge on plant-pollinator relationships in Canada and help student develop skills in community science data generation [Description from resource].
Licence: CC BY-NC-SA 4.0
Biodiversity for Sustainable Futures [New]
iNaturalist is one of the most popular community (citizen)-science platforms. It aims to connect the community with scientists and naturalists in order to create a worldwide biodiversity database. Due to its format, uploading observations and connecting with the scientific community is easy, making it accessible to a wide audience. Every observation contains its own information page, detailing the species’ seasonality or frequently visited locations in easily-understandable language. Implemented in classrooms across the world, iNaturalist has been deemed one of the most appropriate and efficient platforms to engage students in scientific research (Echeverria et al. 2021). It is an important software for teaching digital competency in education (Echeverria et al. 2021). One iNaturalist project, called the Calgary Pollinator Project, is being developed in Calgary to increase knowledge of biodiversity in urban areas. The Calgary Pollinator Project was founded by Dr. Mindi Summers–a professor of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology from the University of Calgary–in 2021. It was established with the goal of documenting pollinator-plant relationships in Calgary in order to better understand how these interactions function. As of July 2023, the community has grown to include 255 members, with over 7500 observations and 363 identified pollinator species. In this resource, we have developed a module that (1) teaches learners how to get started with iNaturalist, concentrating specifically on the tasks required for documenting species interactions, such as those between plants and pollinators, and (2) download and do simple analyses on plant and pollinator interactions to examine whether ecosystems are healthy [Description from resource].
Includes: A series of teaching material, including activities, a glossary, and guides.
Licence: CC BY-NC-SA 4.0, refer to individual resource licensing for reuse.
Biodiversity Heritage Library
This resource improves research methodology by collaboratively making biodiversity literature openly available to the world as part of a global biodiversity community.
Licence: Please refer to the licensing applied to individual items on the website for reuse.
Biology 2e (OpenStax)
Biology 2e is a peer-reviewed textbook with all of the concepts covered in two terms of first year biology. It was written by biology professors from several institutions.
Includes: Instructor resources, slides, simulations, applications, summaries, exercises, solutions.
Licence: CC BY 4.0
Reviews: Available through the Open Textbook Library
Biology for AP® Courses (OpenStax)
Biology for AP® Courses covers the scope and sequence requirements of a typical two-semester Advanced Placement® biology course. The text provides comprehensive coverage of foundational research and core biology concepts through an evolutionary lens. Biology for AP® Courses was designed to meet and exceed the requirements of the College Board’s AP® Biology framework while allowing significant flexibility for instructors. Each section of the book includes an introduction based on the AP® curriculum and includes rich features that engage students in scientific practice and AP® test preparation; it also highlights careers and research opportunities in biological sciences [Description from resource].
Includes: Instructor resources, review questions, solution manual
Licence: CC BY 4.0
Biology for Majors I (Lumen Learning)
This text was created through Lumen Learning to provide an expansive overview of introductory biology for science students. It is book one of two on biology for majors.
Includes: Instructor resources, exercises, assignments, solutions
Licence: CC BY 4.0
Biology for Majors II (Lumen Learning)
This text was created through Lumen Learning to provide an expansive overview of introductory biology for science students. It is book two of two on biology for majors.
Includes: Instructor resources, exercises, assignments, solutions
Licence: CC BY 4.0
Biology for Non-Majors I (Lumen Learning)
This text was developed through Lumen Learning to provide a solid biological foundation for non-science students. It is book one of two on biology for non-majors.
Includes: Instructor resources, student resources, applications, summaries
Licence: CC BY 4.0
Biology for Non-Majors II (Lumen Learning)
This text was developed through Lumen Learning to provide a solid biological foundation for non-science students. It is book two of two on biology for non-majors.
Includes: Instructor resources, student resources, applications, summaries
Licence: CC BY 4.0
Coleoptera of Alberta: Visual Guide to Common Terrestrial Families (Adults) [New]
A visual guide to common Coleoptera families found in Alberta created for undergraduate students and those new to insect identification. Visual images and descriptions are provided for key features and terminology needed to identify common beetles to family. We welcome recommendations for additions and updates from the entomological community [Description from resource].
Licence: CC BY-NC-SA 4.0
Concepts of Biology, 1st Canadian Edition
This textbook was adapted for a Canadian audience from an OpenStax textbook. It was designed for students not majoring in Biology. Interactive activities were included for students to check their understanding.
Includes: Instructor resources, student resources, simulations, summaries, exercises, solutions
Licence: CC BY 4.0
Crop Improvement
This book covers basic principles in the genetic improvement of crop plants. Emphasis is on methods of cultivar development in self-pollinating, cross-pollinating and asexually propagating crops. Relevant examples of crop improvement research in Africa are utilized to cover factors affecting cultivar release, multiplication, and distribution of high-quality seed. [Description from resource].
Includes: Applied learning activities and downloadable worksheets.
Licence: CC BY-NC
Downloading and Visualizing Project Data from the iNaturalist Database [New]
In this activity you will learn how to create a query, export, and download data from iNaturalist; load data into R; explore pollinator-plant interactions with R, and create heat map, bipartite, and bipartiteD3 networks in R [Description from resource].
Licence: CC BY-NC-SA 4.0
Exploring the iNaturalist Database and Understanding Species Information [New]
This activity introduces a comprehensive guide aimed at enhancing users’ proficiency in navigating the iNaturalist database to gain insights into biodiversity and species information. Divided into four activities, the guide includes tutorials on utilizing iNaturalist’s search and filter functions, exploring observations within specific projects, completing an in-depth examination of species information available on iNaturalist, and elaborates on the various details embedded within observations. Through these activities, users can augment their understanding of biodiversity and species data, thereby contributing to the broader goal of promoting ecological awareness and conservation efforts [Description from resource].
Licence: CC BY-NC-SA 4.0
Hemiptera of Alberta: Visual Guide to Common Terrestrial Families (Adults) [New]
A visual guide to common Hemiptera families found in Alberta created for undergraduate students and those new to insect identification. Visual images and descriptions are provided for key features and terminology needed to identify common true bugs to family. We welcome recommendations for additions and updates from the entomological community [Description from resource].
Licence: CC BY-NC-SA 4.0
How to Create a Pollinator Project on iNaturalist [New]
Community science, also known as citizen science, allows any person to participate in scientific research. It breaks down the traditional barriers between scientists and the public, allowing anyone with an interest in the environment to make meaningful contributions to our understanding of the world around us. Through community science, we harness the collective power of individuals to collect data, monitor ecological changes, and address critical environmental challenges. Emphasizing the vital role of pollinators in ecosystems, pollinator focused community science projects advocate for pollinator conservation in the face of threats like habitat loss and climate change, underscoring their significance for food security and global biodiversity [Description from resource].
Licence: CC BY-NC-SA 4.0
iBiology
Licence: CC BY-NC-ND 3.0 (Note: This is an open access text which restricts remixing and adapting).
iNaturalist Calgary Pollinators: Photographing Pollinators & Plants Guide [New]
The iNaturalist Calgary Pollinators: Photographing Pollinators & Plants Guide gives step by step instructions on how to add observations to a traditional project on iNaturalist, using the Calgary Pollinators Project as an example. The Calgary Pollinator Project invites community scientists to contribute to the project by photographing pollinators visiting a flowering plant. By 2023, over 10,000 observations of 400+ pollinating insect species were recorded, informing urban planting guides, and fostering community involvement. Emphasizing the vital role of pollinators in ecosystems, pollinator focused community science projects advocate for pollinator conservation in the face of threats like habitat loss and climate change, underscoring their significance for food security and global biodiversity [Description from resource].
Licence: CC BY-NC-SA 4.0
Insects of Alberta – Interactive Identification Guide To Common Orders [New]
An interactive guide to insect orders found in Alberta based on and modified from the Entomological Society of Alberta’s “The Insect Collector’s Guide.” This guide was created for undergraduate students and those new to insect identification. Visual images, 3D models, and annotated descriptions are provided for key features and terminology needed to identify insects to order. We welcome recommendations for additions and updates from the entomological community [Description from resource].
Licence: CC BY-NC-SA 4.0
Insects of Alberta – Visual Guide to Terrestrial Orders (Adults) [New]
A visual guide to insect orders found in Alberta created for undergraduate students and those new to insect identification. Visual images and descriptions are provided for key features and terminology needed to identify insects to order. We welcome recommendations for additions and updates from the entomological community [Description from resource].
Licence: CC BY-NC-SA 4.0
An Interactive Introduction to Organismal and Molecular Biology, 2nd Edition
This interactive textbook begins by orienting students to the nature of science, and then proceeds with units on organismal biology and molecular biology.
Includes: Interactive activities, simulations, videos
Licence: CC BY-NC-SA 4.0
Molecular Plant Breeding
Originally developed as part of a grant from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, Crop Genetics is the second in a series of books originally published under the title “Plant Breeding E-learning in Africa.” The book, adapted and updated for a broader audience, focuses on genomics and plant biotechnology approaches used in plant breeding, the analysis of genomic data, and their application in quality control measures.
Includes: Applied Learning Activities, downloadable handouts.
Licence: CC BY-NC
Reviews: Available through Open Textbook Library
Odonata of Alberta: Visual Guide to Common Terrestrial Families (Adults) [New]
A visual guide to common Odonata families found in Alberta created for undergraduate students and those new to insect identification. Visual images and descriptions are provided for key features and terminology needed to identify common adult dragonflies and damselflies to family. We welcome recommendations for additions and updates from the entomological community [Description from resource].
Licence: CC BY-NC-SA 4.0
Orthoptera of Alberta: Visual Guide to Common Terrestrial Families (Adults) [New]
A visual guide to common Orthoptera families found in Alberta created for undergraduate students and those new to insect identification. Visual images and descriptions are provided for key features and terminology needed to identify common adult grasshoppers, katydids, and true crickets to family. We welcome recommendations for additions and updates from the entomological community [Description from resource].
Licence: CC BY-NC-SA 4.0
Phylogenetic Comparative Methods
This book was written by Luke J. Harmon at the University of Idaho, and covers phylogenetic comparative methods using R.
Includes: Summaries, sample R code
Licence: CC BY 4.0
Reviews: Available through the Open Textbook Library
Pollinating Insects of Alberta: Visual Guide to Common Terrestrial Orders (Adults) [New]
A visual guide to common pollinating insects found in Alberta created for undergraduate students and those new to insect identification. Visual images and descriptions are provided for key features and terminology needed to identify pollinating insects to order. We welcome recommendations for additions and updates from the entomological community [Description from resource].
Licence: CC BY-NC-SA 4.0
Pollinator Monitoring: Timed Pollinator Count Guide [New]
The Pollinator Monitoring: Timed Pollinator Count Guide aims to enhance understanding of pollinator diversity and the plants that support them. This guide empowers community scientists to contribute to this knowledge by conducting timed counts of pollinators visiting flowers in their neighborhoods, gardens, and yards. By standardizing data collection methods, participants help researchers compare pollinator activity across locations and flowers. Through participation, individuals can help support native pollinators by identifying optimal plant species to be used in gardens, landscaping, and city planning in urban environments [Description from resource].
Licence: CC BY-NC-SA 4.0
A Primer for Computational Biology
Published by Oregon State University, this book aims to provide life scientists and students the skills necessary for research in a data-rich world.
Licence: CC BY-NC-SA 4.0
Reviews: Available through the Open Textbook Library
Unfolding the Mystery of Life, Biology Lab Manual for Non-Science Majors
This laboratory manual is intended for use in a biology laboratory course taken by non-science majors, pre-biology, and pre-allied health majors.
Licence: CC BY
Reviews: Available through the Open Textbook Library
Visual Glossary Of Insect Morphology [New]
A visual glossary of insect morphology created for undergraduate students and those new to insect identification. A description and visualization is provided for key features and terminology needed to identify insects to order. Links are provided to two- and three-dimensional models of insects to provide further examples of morphological variation. We welcome recommendations for additions and updates from the entomological community [Description from resource].
Licence: CC BY-NC-SA 4.0
Biochemistry
The Basics of General, Organic, and Biological Chemistry
This peer-reviewed open textbook was developed to suit a one-semester General, Organic and Biological Chemistry course.
Includes: Test questions following examples, end-of-chapter exercises.
Licence: CC BY-NC-SA
Biochemistry Online (Jakubowski) (LibreTexts)
This is a comprehensive text from LibreTexts meant for university-level biochemistry courses covering topics such as cellular structure, lipid structure, carbohydrate, DNA, binding, transport, kinetics, metabolism, catalysis, oxidation, and signal transduction. There are links and references for further investigation and chapter-based questions. This largely imitates commercial biochemistry textbooks.
Includes: simulations, exercises, solutions, and critical thinking questions.
Licence: CC BY-NC-SA 4.0
Cell Biology, Genetics, Molecular Biology, Evolution and Ecology
This textbook has been successfully adopted. It should be noted that it was written in the context of Indian universities and has a dedicated section to Indian ecology; however, it is a high-quality resource that covers all of the necessary concepts.
Includes: exercises.
Cellular, Molecular and Microbial Biology
Cell Biology, Genetics, Molecular Biology, Evolution and Ecology
This textbook has been successfully adopted. It should be noted that it was written in the context of Indian universities and has a dedicated section to Indian ecology; however, it is a high-quality resource that covers all of the necessary concepts.
Includes: exercises.
General Microbiology
In this textbook the focus will be on the bacteria and archaea (traditionally known as the “prokaryotes,”) and the viruses and other acellular agents.
Includes: Key words, study questions, exploratory questions
Licence: CC BY-NC
Reviews: Available through the Open Textbook Library
An Interactive Introduction to Organismal and Molecular Biology, 2nd Edition
This interactive textbook begins by orienting students to the nature of science, and then proceeds with units on organismal biology and molecular biology.
Includes: Interactive activities, simulations, videos
Licence: CC BY-NC-SA
Laboratory Exercises in Microbiology: Discovering the Unseen World Through Hands-On Investigation
The exercises in this laboratory manual are designed to engage students in hand-on activities that reinforce their understanding of the microbial world. Topics covered include: staining and microscopy, metabolic testing, physical and chemical control of microorganisms, and immunology. The target audience is primarily students preparing for a career in the health sciences.
Includes: Key terms, case studies
Licence: CC BY-NC-SA
Reviews: Available through the Open Textbook Library
Microbiology
Microbiology by OpenStax covers the scope and sequence requirements for a single-semester introductory microbiology course for non-majors. The book presents the core concepts of microbiology with a focus on applications for careers in allied health.
Includes: Summaries, review questions, clinical focus, D2L course cartridge, slides, test bank, practice problem widget
Licence: CC BY
Reviews: Available through the Open Textbook Library
Microbiology: A Laboratory Experience
Designed to support a course in microbiology, Microbiology: A Laboratory Experience permits a glimpse into both the good and the bad in the microscopic world. The laboratory experiences are designed to engage and support student interest in microbiology as a topic, field of study, and career.
Licence: CC BY-NC-SA
Microbiology for Allied Health Students
Microbiology for Allied Health Students is designed to cover the scope and sequence requirements for the single semester Microbiology course for non-majors and allied health students. The book presents the core concepts of microbiology with a focus on applications for careers in allied health.
Includes: Check your understanding questions, clinical focus, glossary
Licence: CC BY
Reviews: Available through the Open Textbook Library
Ecology
Applied Ecology [New]
This book is formatted to provide information about key ecological principles, concepts, and processes, explored and applied across various contexts. The text can be used as a foundational or supplementary text for ecology courses, or as a standalone reference for students in formal academic settings or beyond. [Description from resource].
Includes: Instructor assignment templates
Licence: CC BY-NC-SA
Ecology: Population Growth
Ecology: Population Growth is a Canadian adaptation of Connecting Concepts: Interactive Lessons in Biology by Robert Jeanne and Jan Cheetham (University of Wisconsin). It includes interactive lessons on exponential growth focusing on the zebra mussel population, logistic growth using fish as an example, and elephant population growth.
Licence: CC BY-NC-SA 4.0
Plant Biology
Biodiversity for Sustainable Futures [New]
iNaturalist is one of the most popular community (citizen)-science platforms. It aims to connect the community with scientists and naturalists in order to create a worldwide biodiversity database. Due to its format, uploading observations and connecting with the scientific community is easy, making it accessible to a wide audience. Every observation contains its own information page, detailing the species’ seasonality or frequently visited locations in easily-understandable language. Implemented in classrooms across the world, iNaturalist has been deemed one of the most appropriate and efficient platforms to engage students in scientific research (Echeverria et al. 2021). It is an important software for teaching digital competency in education (Echeverria et al. 2021). One iNaturalist project, called the Calgary Pollinator Project, is being developed in Calgary to increase knowledge of biodiversity in urban areas. The Calgary Pollinator Project was founded by Dr. Mindi Summers–a professor of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology from the University of Calgary–in 2021. It was established with the goal of documenting pollinator-plant relationships in Calgary in order to better understand how these interactions function. As of July 2023, the community has grown to include 255 members, with over 7500 observations and 363 identified pollinator species. In this resource, we have developed a module that (1) teaches learners how to get started with iNaturalist, concentrating specifically on the tasks required for documenting species interactions, such as those between plants and pollinators, and (2) download and do simple analyses on plant and pollinator interactions to examine whether ecosystems are healthy [Description from resource].
Includes: A series of teaching material, including activities, a glossary, and guides.
Licence: CC BY-NC-SA 4.0, refer to individual resource licensing for reuse.
Botany – LibreTexts Bookshelves
Botany is the science of plant life and a branch of biology. Traditionally, botany includes the study of fungi and algae by mycologists and phycologists respectively. This page lists texts available within LibreTexts under the subject of botany.
Licence: CC BY-NC-SA
Buds, Branches and Bark: A Guide to Winter ID in the Pacific Northwest
This project was made possible by funding through the Open Education Resource Grant at BCIT.
Licence: CC BY-NC-SA
History and Science of Cultivated Plants
This textbook narrates how humans transitioned from foragers to farmers and have arrived at present-day industrial agriculture-based civilization. It entails myths, historical accounts, and scientific concepts to describe how human efforts have shaped and produced easier to grow, larger, tastier, and more nutritious fruits, vegetables, and grains from wild plants. Using examples of various economically and socially important crops central to human civilization, the book describes the origin of crop plants, the evolution of agricultural practices, fundamental concepts of natural selection vs. domestication, experimental and methodical plant breeding, and plant biotechnology.
Licence: CC BY-NC
Identifying Noxious Weeds of Ohio
This identification guide provides technical descriptions and photos for Ohio’s 21 invasive and noxious weed species. These descriptions include information on habitat, life cycle, key plant characteristics, and a summary of problematic features. Photos included in this guide present the weed species at different stages of maturity for optimal identification aid. This book also provides information on Ohio’s noxious seed law, extension guides to weed control, and a quick guide to weed regulations in Ohio law.
Licence: CC BY
Plant Anatomy and Physiology
This book was created to support teaching of an introductory unit on plant environmental physiology at Charles Darwin University in Australia. It makes use of various images of cells and tissues to introduce and illustrate the range of plant organelles, cells, tissues and organs.
Licence: CC BY-SA
Primary Botany – OER Commons Curated Collection
These resources are appropriate for Applied Science, Education, Life Science, and Physical Science programs.
Licence: Various CC licences
Virginia Cooperative Extension Gardener Handbook
Virginia Cooperative Extension Gardener Handbook is a guide for all gardeners in Virginia. It covers a variety of topics important for beginning and experienced gardeners, including soil health, native plants, and integrated pest management. This manual provides an understanding of the basics of gardening in Virginia and helps to build a strong foundation of gardening knowledge. Resources for additional reading can be found at the end of each chapter. We encourage readers to take a deeper dive into the topics that interest them and continue their learning journey [Description from resource]. Note: while intended for gardeners, content may also be useful for botany and plant biology topics.
License: CC BY-NC-SA 4.0
Zoology
Biodiversity for Sustainable Futures [New]
iNaturalist is one of the most popular community (citizen)-science platforms. It aims to connect the community with scientists and naturalists in order to create a worldwide biodiversity database. Due to its format, uploading observations and connecting with the scientific community is easy, making it accessible to a wide audience. Every observation contains its own information page, detailing the species’ seasonality or frequently visited locations in easily-understandable language. Implemented in classrooms across the world, iNaturalist has been deemed one of the most appropriate and efficient platforms to engage students in scientific research (Echeverria et al. 2021). It is an important software for teaching digital competency in education (Echeverria et al. 2021). One iNaturalist project, called the Calgary Pollinator Project, is being developed in Calgary to increase knowledge of biodiversity in urban areas. The Calgary Pollinator Project was founded by Dr. Mindi Summers–a professor of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology from the University of Calgary–in 2021. It was established with the goal of documenting pollinator-plant relationships in Calgary in order to better understand how these interactions function. As of July 2023, the community has grown to include 255 members, with over 7500 observations and 363 identified pollinator species. In this resource, we have developed a module that (1) teaches learners how to get started with iNaturalist, concentrating specifically on the tasks required for documenting species interactions, such as those between plants and pollinators, and (2) download and do simple analyses on plant and pollinator interactions to examine whether ecosystems are healthy [Description from resource].
Includes: A series of teaching material, including activities, a glossary, and guides.
Licence: CC BY-NC-SA 4.0, refer to individual resource licensing for reuse.
Coleoptera of Alberta: Visual Guide to Common Terrestrial Families (Adults) [New]
A visual guide to common Coleoptera families found in Alberta created for undergraduate students and those new to insect identification. Visual images and descriptions are provided for key features and terminology needed to identify common beetles to family. We welcome recommendations for additions and updates from the entomological community [Description from resource].
Licence: CC BY-NC-SA 4.0
Entomology 311 Lab Manual
This book is organized into 9 chapters, each representing a week of study.
Includes: Reading, pre-labs, lab assignments
Licence: CC BY-NC
Reviews: Available through the Open Textbook Library
A Guide to the Principles of Animal Nutrition
In this introductory textbook six fundamental nutrients, including their structure, digestion, and metabolism, are covered. A brief introduction to bioenergetics, feed additives, nutrient analysis, digestive organs and processes in monogastric and ruminant animals, and methods for assessing nutrient utilization are also included.
Includes: New terms, key points, review questions
Licence: CC BY-NC
Hemiptera of Alberta: Visual Guide to Common Terrestrial Families (Adults) [New]
A visual guide to common Hemiptera families found in Alberta created for undergraduate students and those new to insect identification. Visual images and descriptions are provided for key features and terminology needed to identify common true bugs to family. We welcome recommendations for additions and updates from the entomological community [Description from resource].
Licence: CC BY-NC-SA 4.0
Insects of Alberta – Interactive Identification Guide To Common Orders [New]
An interactive guide to insect orders found in Alberta based on and modified from the Entomological Society of Alberta’s “The Insect Collector’s Guide.” This guide was created for undergraduate students and those new to insect identification. Visual images, 3D models, and annotated descriptions are provided for key features and terminology needed to identify insects to order. We welcome recommendations for additions and updates from the entomological community [Description from resource].
Licence: CC BY-NC-SA 4.0
Insects of Alberta – Visual Guide to Terrestrial Orders (Adults) [New]
A visual guide to insect orders found in Alberta created for undergraduate students and those new to insect identification. Visual images and descriptions are provided for key features and terminology needed to identify insects to order. We welcome recommendations for additions and updates from the entomological community [Description from resource].
Licence: CC BY-NC-SA 4.0
Introductory Animal Physiology, 2nd Edition
This resource was adapted from other open textbooks with additional resources from faculty and invited students at the University of Toronto Mississauga. This book is an introduction to the diversity of structure and function in animals at the tissue and organ system level. The focus of this book is on principles and mechanisms that sustain life and maintain homeostasis, including water balance, gas exchange, acquisition and transport of oxygen and nutrients, temperature regulation, electrical and chemical signal transmission, sensory processing, and locomotion.
Includes: Practice questions, online resources, images
Licence: CC BY
Introductory Animal Physiology
This book is an introduction to the diversity of structure and function in animals at the tissue and organ system level. The focus of this book is on principles and mechanisms that sustain life and maintain homeostasis, including water balance, gas exchange, acquisition and transport of oxygen and nutrients, temperature regulation, electrical and chemical signal transmission, sensory processing, and locomotion. The content in this open textbook was adapted from other open textbooks (CC-BY-4.0) resources or created/written by Sanja Hinic-Frlog and collaborators. Collaborators include: Jessica Hanley, Simone Laughton, and invited undergraduate and graduate students at the University of Toronto Mississauga.
Licence: CC BY 4.0
Odonata of Alberta: Visual Guide to Common Terrestrial Families (Adults) [New]
A visual guide to common Odonata families found in Alberta created for undergraduate students and those new to insect identification. Visual images and descriptions are provided for key features and terminology needed to identify common adult dragonflies and damselflies to family. We welcome recommendations for additions and updates from the entomological community [Description from resource].
Licence: CC BY-NC-SA 4.0
Orthoptera of Alberta: Visual Guide to Common Terrestrial Families (Adults) [New]
A visual guide to common Orthoptera families found in Alberta created for undergraduate students and those new to insect identification. Visual images and descriptions are provided for key features and terminology needed to identify common adult grasshoppers, katydids, and true crickets to family. We welcome recommendations for additions and updates from the entomological community [Description from resource].
Licence: CC BY-NC-SA 4.0
Pollinating Insects of Alberta: Visual Guide to Common Terrestrial Orders (Adults) [New]
A visual guide to common pollinating insects found in Alberta created for undergraduate students and those new to insect identification. Visual images and descriptions are provided for key features and terminology needed to identify pollinating insects to order. We welcome recommendations for additions and updates from the entomological community [Description from resource].
Licence: CC BY-NC-SA 4.0
Visual Glossary Of Insect Morphology [New]
A visual glossary of insect morphology created for undergraduate students and those new to insect identification. A description and visualization is provided for key features and terminology needed to identify insects to order. Links are provided to two- and three-dimensional models of insects to provide further examples of morphological variation. We welcome recommendations for additions and updates from the entomological community [Description from resource].
Licence: CC BY-NC-SA 4.0
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