Wildlife & Fisheries Conservation and Management

We apply scientific principles to conserve and sustain wildlife populations and the habitats they depend on.

Science for Healthy Ecosystems

Our researchers develop and apply advanced methods to address conservation and management challenges across terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems. Their work focuses on maintaining biodiversity, restoring habitats, and ensuring the long-term health of wildlife populations.

Collaborating for Conservation Impact

Our faculty partner with state, federal, tribal, and nonprofit organizations—as well as private enterprises—to design and implement effective conservation strategies that balance ecological, cultural, and economic priorities.

Faculty

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Kathleen Prudic

Kathleen Prudic

Associate Director for Graduate Student Advancement
Associate Professor, Citizen and Data Science
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Jesse Alston

Assistant Professor, Conservation / Management Large Mammals
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Javan Bauder

Assistant Professor
Assistant Unit Leader, Arizona Cooperative Fish and Wildlife Research Unit
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Michael Bogan

Michael Bogan

Associate Professor, Natural Resources and the Environment
Cecil and Carol Schwalbe Endowed Chair in Cold-Blooded Research, Teaching, and Conservation
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Scott Bonar

Scott A. Bonar

Unit Leader and Professor
Arizona Cooperative Fish and Wildlife Research Unit
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Kevin E. Bonine

Professor, Environment, Resilience and Education
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Leigh Combrink

Assistant Professor, Wildlife Disease and Conservation
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Courtney Duchardt

Assistant Professor
Cooperative Extension Specialist, Rangeland Wildlife
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Bret Pasch

Associate Professor, Wildlife Conservation and Management
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Jessica Rick

Assistant Professor, Wildlife & Biodiversity Conservation Management
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Robert Steidl

Professor, Natural Resources
Program Chair, Wildlife Conservation and Management

Research Staff