Project 1– Posters
Research and Gathering
To address the project’s objectives, we employed both quantitative and qualitative research methods. I led the data collection process, which involved measuring bird population densities, mapping trash locations, and observing feeding behaviors during different times of the day. Additionally, I also conducted interviews with park visitors to gain insights into their interactions with wildlife. Using this data, we designed compelling maps that visually represented the spatial relationships between bird activity, human presence, and environmental impacts.
To address the project’s objectives, we employed both quantitative and qualitative research methods. I led the data collection process, which involved measuring bird population densities, mapping trash locations, and observing feeding behaviors during different times of the day. Additionally, I also conducted interviews with park visitors to gain insights into their interactions with wildlife. Using this data, we designed compelling maps that visually represented the spatial relationships between bird activity, human presence, and environmental impacts.
FINDINGS AND RESULTS
In our project on Living Edge PVD, we found that many visitors frequently feed birds with bread and other human foods, which are unhealthy and cause long-term health issues for the birds, yet remain popular due to their convenience. Despite some individuals knowing that bread is harmful, they continue to use it because it is the easiest option available. Additionally, the presence of human trash in the park attracts birds to ingest harmful materials, leading to environmental pollution and posing significant health risks to the avian population. These findings emphasize the urgent need for advocacy and education on healthy feeding practices and responsible waste management to protect the local ecosystem. Our visual mappings highlighted high bird population densities around feeding and trash hotspots, illustrating how human activities directly influence bird behavior and environmental health at Living Edge PVD.
In our project on Living Edge PVD, we found that many visitors frequently feed birds with bread and other human foods, which are unhealthy and cause long-term health issues for the birds, yet remain popular due to their convenience. Despite some individuals knowing that bread is harmful, they continue to use it because it is the easiest option available. Additionally, the presence of human trash in the park attracts birds to ingest harmful materials, leading to environmental pollution and posing significant health risks to the avian population. These findings emphasize the urgent need for advocacy and education on healthy feeding practices and responsible waste management to protect the local ecosystem. Our visual mappings highlighted high bird population densities around feeding and trash hotspots, illustrating how human activities directly influence bird behavior and environmental health at Living Edge PVD.