D-Frame Net

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Instructions for building this tool at . The anticipated cost of materials to build this tool is Less than $20. It may take A few hours.

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Description

The D-Frame net can be used to sample macro-invertebrates in streams with muddy or gravel bottoms.

Used by these projects OK Amphibian Disease Testing, Amphibian Conservation and Education Project, Colorado Herptile Public Information System, Volunteer Stream Monitoring Program, OPAL Water Survey, Litter-free Digital Journal, Creek Freaks - Engaging Youth in Water Quality, Wisconsin's Water Action Volunteers
Ideal Age Group Elementary school (6 - 10 years), Middle school (11 - 13 years), High school (14 - 17 years), College, Graduate students, Adults, Families, Seniors
Size & weight Large: This tool is over 12 inches in at least one dimension.
Between 5lb and 20lb (a car tire weighs about 20lb)
Expected lifetime Should last at least a year
Topics Nature & Outdoors, Biology, Ecology & Environment, Ocean, Water, Marine & Terrestrial
Tool updated Nov. 9, 2017, 5:35 p.m.