I survey the small mammal population to determine local and regional diversity, abundance, and temporal fluctuations in diversity metrics. Many of my surveys are made in conjunction with fossil deposits in order to compare fossil and modern diversity.

small mammal trackway

pinon mouse

Kangaroo rat grass nest in a Tomahawk trap

white-tailed antelope squirrel

Neotoma stephensi near the 4 corners

A silky pocket mouse with cheeks stuffed full of oats.

Flagging marking gopher mounds

pinon mouse

Shermans in a row