Web soil survey

I really enjoyed using the web soil survey as a novice user. The user interface was little off putting at first but with the help of the tutorial and exploring a few options it is actually quite intuitive. The amount of data one has access to is phenomenal as you can gain insights remotely all in one database. Referencing this tool when managing natural areas can increase efficiency by having this access. This tool is great for preplanning field work as one can make assumptions on what type of flora and fauna they might encounter. If there is a particular research objective this can aid in narrowing down potential sites for research activities. I do like the ecological overviews that one can access through this database as well, which I have posted below. Overall, I think this tool can be beneficial to the skilled layperson to those who monitor or and improve habitat. Inferences and correlations can be made by cross referencing multiple ratings and looking for patterns in vegetation composition, soil chemistry, organic material and horizon depths shown below for the target area. Inferences and correlations can be made by cross referencing multiple ratings and looking for patterns in vegetation composition, soil chemistry, organic material and horizon depths shown below for the target area. https://edit.jornada.nmsu.edu/services/descriptions/esd/081C/R081CY362TX.pdf

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