data model outline

To: biod@amazon.evsc.Virginia.EDU
Subject: data model outline
From: eea5a@uva.pcmail.Virginia.EDU
Date: Mon, 4 Nov 1996 11:30:05 -0500

Hello all-
I hope everyone's work is going well.  Through a number of
meetings with my faculty advisor on this project (C.Ray), I've
come up with a hierarchical breakdown (field guide format) for
the data model for the 29 species of reptiles and amphibians that
I am looking at.  The outline includes:

Family Description
Taxonomic and Common Name
Identification/Description
        Physical description of male/female adult and hatchling
                Coloration and Pattern
                Scutellation
                Size/Growth/Longevity
                Similar Species
Range
Distribution
Habitat
Behavior/Habits
        Food
        Enemies
        Reproduction
                Mating
                Nesting
                Behavior of Hatchlings
                *Amphibians life cycle, voice
Population densities/any field data
Selected pictures

I've made a more complete outline (the above is just the general
of what will be included).  If anyone would like to look at it,
just write me.  My advisor suggests that we all get together to
discuss our ideas for the data model (to trade and critique
formats).  Whatever is works for everyone.  
I hope my information is helpful and if anyone has any questions,
feel free to contact me.  Good luck.
Erin Allebaugh:):):)