Fall 2021
Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, & Fridays, 1-2 p.m.
Ph.D., University of Idaho, Wildlife Sciences 1999
M.S., University of Idaho, Statistics, 2003
M.S., University of Tennessee, Wildlife Science 1990
B.S., Eastern Washington University, Biology, 1985
B.A., Eastern Washington University, Journalism, 1984
Research Interests
Wildlife ecology, GIS, Statistical modelling
I conduct field research on waterfowl with geographic information systems (GIS) and statistical modeling. I study how resource use affects survival and reproduction in waterfowl populations. The migratory behavior of waterfowl, their dependence on wetlands, and their economic value exposes students to a variety of research areas including conservation biology, wildlife management, and basic research. Students working with Dr. Hayes will learn GIS, statistical programming with R, and a variety of field techniques. Waterfowl trapping and banding opportunities occur throughout the year; interested students are encouraged to volunteer.
