Shannon Diversity Index Calculator

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Calculates Shannon diversity, species richness, Pielou evenness, total abundance, and average abundance from up to 40 population counts.

How to use this calculator

Enter or select: Population 1, Population 2, Population 3, Population 4, Population 5, Population 6, Population 7, Population 8, Population 9, Population 10, and additional current-source controls. Then calculate to see the primary result and supporting metrics.

Method and limitations

Use the result as an estimate and verify source assumptions when precision matters.

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