Current Undergraduate Researchers

• Eric Suarez is working with Dr. Johnson on a radio tracking project studying Common Snapping Turtles in a spring-influenced blackwater stream in north-central Florida. Very little is known about the ecology of these turtles in the southern portion of their range, so this study will provide valuable information for conservation of this species.

Former Undergraduate Researchers

• Aaron Dennis worked with Dr. Johnson on a variety of projects, including collaborations with researchers from the University of South Florida and the University of Hawaii. Aaron also helped to evaluate the effectiveness of a citizen science bat house project conducted by the City of Plant City.

• Erin Brown received a B.S. degree in Natural Resource Conservation at the UF/IFAS Plant City Campus in Summer 2007!  As an undergraduate student in the NRC program, Erin conducted a guided study research project with Dr. J, investigating the temporal calling patterns of the invasive Cuban Treefrog. Following graduation, Erin worked with Dr. Michael Andreu on large-scale urban forestry assessment, and is now working with Hillsborough Community College on a project that will ensure that the courses being offered are relevant in today's business world.

• Mark Dykes received a B.S. degree in Natural Resource Conservation at the UF/IFAS Plant City Campus in Fall 2007! As an undergraduate student in the NRC program, Mark conducted guided study research projects on optimal nest box placement for Eastern Bluebirds and Gopher Tortoise distribution. After graduation, Mark worked for The Nature Conservancy in Central and North Florida, and plans to continue to work in the field of natural resource conservation in the Gainesville area.