Publication Date
2026
College
College of Sciences & Mathematics
Department
Biology, Department of
Presentation Type
Gallery
Summary
Urbanization and the Giant Pacific Octopus
Our project is incorporating scientific research and a creative component into one by writing a chapter for a children’s science book. In this chapter, we are sharing the research and results of ecologist Eliza C. Heery and her fascinating work on the giant Pacific Octopus. We are analyzing how these predators are affected by the process of urbanization. More specifically, we are looking to answer the question of whether urbanization affects how and where a marine predator lives. To do this, we are writing a narrative from the perspective of our chosen ecologist, Eliza C. Heery. This chapter will be in the form of PowerPoint, and it will include pictures and field notes from her findings. This project is inspired by the children’s science book, Chasing Bats and Tracking Rats, so we will be including information to educate and inspire children to explore how they can make their environment a better place and get outside in nature. Finally, while most effects of urbanization are negative, we want to analyze if urbanization can have positive effects on nature, specifically in marine ecosystems.
Recommended Citation
Taylor, Beau; Panvini, Darlene; and Williams, Graydon, "Urbanization and the Giant Pacific Octopus" (2026). SPARK Symposium Presentations. 1045.
https://repository.belmont.edu/spark_presentations/1045
