Santa Cruz Island Reserve

02 Aug, 05 PM - 08 Aug, 05 PM

This project is concerned with a comparison of island fox activity patterns on Santa Cruz Isalnd as they are now, versus activity patterns determined by Crooks et al (1995). Initially, this summer, I plan to do avery short term pilot study (from August 3-9 and August 20-September 6) that involves following already collared foxes and using their movements to determine activity patterns throughout the 24 hour day. The protocol for this data collection will adhhere to the methods used by Crooks et al (1995) to allow for maximum comparability between the two data sets. At this early stage, no invasive methods will be used, thus postponing the need for an animal handling protocol. As the study progresses, further collaring and, therefore, the permits that are required for animal handling, will likely become necessary. As far as resources go, I will need housing (preferably private, but dormitory is fine if private is unavailable). When it is possible, I will be interested in using a jeep (possibly co-ordinating with Krista Jones for maximum efficiency and cost reduction, as out projects are related), but I do not know the scheduling for vehicles, so I will make the best of what's available. I left my arrival and departure times blank because I have not yet scheduled my ferry trip. I will give that information when I make the reservation (if this application goes through).

Visit #1748 @Santa Cruz Island Reserve

Approved

Under Project # 1412 | Research

Island Fox Activity Patterns

graduate_student - University of California, Davis

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Hilary Swarts Aug 2 - 8, 2003 (7 days)

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Jeep 1 Aug 2 - 8, 2003
Private Room 1 Aug 2 - 8, 2003