Jules can estimate the bird population by using the ratio of banded birds to the total observed birds. In this case, she observed 17 banded birds out of 260, suggesting a banded-to-observed ratio. To estimate the population, she can apply this ratio to the total bird count.
The observed ratio of 17 banded birds out of 260 implies that approximately 6.54% of the observed birds are banded. To estimate the total bird population, Jules can apply this percentage to the total number of birds in the area. Mathematically, this is represented as (17/260) × Total Bird Population = Estimated Banded Bird Population.
By applying the observed ratio to the total bird population, Jules can estimate the bird population in the area. However, this assumes that the captured and banded birds are representative of the entire population, and there is no significant bias in the sampling process. Further studies and considerations may refine the accuracy of this estimate.
Question:
Jules studies birds, she captures and bands 20 birds. She observed 17 banded birds out of 260. How will she estimate the bird population?