I am a Professor at Salisbury University in the Biological Sciences Department. I teach Biology of Reptiles and Amphibians, Biology of Birds, and Ecology as well as study abroad biodiversity classes in Costa Rica and Spain. My research interests involve ecological questions relating to mark-recapture, bird banding, color polymorphism and the interplay between animal movements, genetic structure, and habitat. My students and I are currently involved in a variety of projects, including studying color in Eastern Screech Owls, nighthawk species and Eastern Hognose Snakes, and uncommon color variations in birds. Other past and continuing research includes conservation of state-endangered Eastern Tiger Salamanders, endangered Spotted Turtles, and ground-nesting warblers,as well as color polymorphism in red-backed salamanders.
Prospective undergraduate and Master’s students are encouraged to read more about our lab and join us!
Reports of rare color variation in birds and other animals to study are also always welcome!