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Spatiotemporal Effects of Human Recreation on Elk Behavior
Led by
Eric VanNatta, Nathaniel Rayl, Eric Bergman, Joe Holbrook
Study AreasBear’s Ears elk herd (DAU E-2)
Project StatusOngoing
Research Objectives
To estimate the distribution of human recreation during four time periods relevant to adult…
Response of Elk to Human Recreation at Multiple Scales
Led By
Eric Bergman, Nathaniel Rayl
Study Areas
Avalanche Creek elk herd (DAU E-15)
Bear’s Ears elk herd (DAU E-2)
Project Status: Ongoing
Research Objectives
To assess how elk respond to human recreation
To evaluate the influence of…
Evaluating Factors Influencing Elk Recruitment in Colorado
Led By:
Nathaniel Rayl, Mat Alldredge, and Chuck Anderson
Study Areas
Bear’s Ears elk herd (DAU E-2)
Trinchera elk herd (DAU E-33)
Uncompahgre Plateau elk herd (DAU E-20)
Project Status
Ongoing
Research Objectives
To estimate calf and…
Rachel Smiley, Wildlife Research Scientist
Current Research Projects
Elk Abundance
Development and validation methods to estimate abundance of elk
Areas of Interest and Expertise
My research focuses on understanding the drivers of population dynamics of ungulates, with an…
Shane Frank, Wildlife Research Scientist
Current or Recent Research Projects
Bobcat Ecology and Management
Bobcat ecology
Where do bobcats occur?
Determining where bobcats select habitats and resources
What do bobcats eat?
Spatial and temporal variation in prey…
Benjamin Wasserstein, Database Analyst/Manager
Benjamin WassersteinResearch & Species Conservation Database Analyst / Manager
Responsibilities
Provide data management, database development, and technical/analytical support for the Mammals Research, Avian Research, Wildlife Health, and…
Mountain Lion
Mountain lions, also known as cougars or pumas, reign as Colorado's largest cat. However, in recent years, human and mountain lion interactions have increased, prompting research projects focused on testing potential management solutions and…
Using Non-Invasive Genetic Sampling to Estimate Mountain Lion and Bobcat Abundance, Age Structure and Diet
Led ByMat Alldredge
Study AreaBoulder, Jefferson, Gilpin and Larimer counties
Project StatusCompletedResearch Objectives
To develop and test non-invasive genetic sampling techniques.
To collect population data on mountain lions and…
Mountain Lion Demographics and Human Interactions Along the Urban-Exurban Front Range
Led ByMat Alldredge
Study AreaBoulder and Jefferson Counties
Project StatusCompleted - Read theJune 2016Wildlife Research Report.
Research Objectives
To assess mountain lion population demographics, movements, habitat use, prey selectivity…