Science Stroll: Marvelous Moss

Moss Diversity and Distribution in Dead Man’s Hollow Conservation Area: A Survey of Bryophyte Communities with Explorations of Microhabitat Preferences and Invasive Plant Interaction

How many moss species are in Dead Man's Hollow? Join Laurel Riley, recent Arizona State University graduate, working Horticulturist, and aspiring Botanist on a guided hike to learn about moss diversity and ecological roles! Laurel's research is being conducted to lend knowledge on native moss ranges and abundances in Dead Man's Hollow, investigate how the presence of Pennsylvania invasive species affects the growth and persistence of such populations, and explore the microhabitats within the green space that best harbor bryophyte life, so as to infer or guide future conservation and habitat protection/restoration projects.

We hope you join us to learn more about these little plants that carpet the forest!