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. See photos below for a preview of small mammal field work.

small mammal trackway

Shermans in a row

pinon mouse

A silky pocket mouse with cheeks stuffed full of oats.

Flagging marking gopher mounds

white-tailed antelope squirrel

pinon mouse

Neotoma stephensi near the 4 corners

Kangaroo rat grass nest in a Tomahawk trap