Book Description:
Explore essential statistical techniques for ecological data with “A Primer of Ecological Statistics” by Gotelli & Ellison. This accessible guide covers key concepts with real examples, requiring no prior stats knowledge. Ideal for students and professionals in ecology and environmental sciences.
A Primer of Ecological Statistics
Author: Nicholas J. Gotelli and Aaron M. Ellison
Publisher: Sinauer Press
ISBN: 978-1605350646
Language: English
Description: A Primer of Ecological Statistics is a non-mathematical, applied introduction to the key statistical techniques needed to analyze ecological data. Written in a clear and accessible style, this book provides a step-by-step guide to foundational statistical concepts, focusing on data exploration and interpretation.
- No prior knowledge of statistics or mathematics required
- Examples and exercises using real ecological data
- Comprehensive coverage of both parametric and nonparametric tests
- Emphasis on the interpretation and communication of statistical results
This book is an essential resource for undergraduate and graduate students in ecology, evolution, animal behavior, and environmental science, as well as researchers and professionals in these fields.