The Linear Coverage Index calculator finds the linear coverage index by taking the sum of the intercept lengths for species i divided by the total length of the transects intercepted by the species.
INSTRUCTIONS: Choose the preferred units and enter the following:
Linear Coverage Index: The calculator returns the linear coverage index as a real number. However, this can be automatically converted to a percentage via the pull-down menu.
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