Entomological Society of Canada Student Member

Name:Annie Hibbert



University: Université du Québec à Montréal

Address: 3586 Rue Sainte-famille, Montréal Québec, H2X 2L1

E-mail Address: ann_hibb@hotmail.com

Advisors: Timothy Work and Pierre Drapeau

Thesis Title: Diversity and abundance of saproxylic diptera emerging from coarse woody debris in Abitibi-Témiscamingue, Québec

Research Summary: My research aims to broaden our knowledge on the value of coarse woody debris in the boreal forests of Québec, Canada. Diptera comprise the largest proportion of insects reared from decaying wood, yet this group has been largely understudied. The diversity and abundance of saproxylic diptera associated with fallen logs of spruce and trembling aspen will be measured. Early and late stages of decaying logs will be sampled in order to investigate how changes in dead wood overtime affect dipteran community structure.


Keywords: Coarse woody debris, Diptera, Decomposition, Forestry, Biodiversity

Degree Sought: M.Sc. (Forest Ecology)

Expected Year of Completion: 2008