Subject: ECOLOG-L Digest - 29 Sep 2002 to 30 Sep 2002 (#2002-250)
There are 7 messages totalling 428 lines in this issue.
Topics of the day:
1. 7th International Wetlands Conference
2. Faculty positions - Butler University
3. Summary: Caterpillar Field Guides (2)
4. Job: Assistant Professor in Ecology, University of Colorado, Boulder
5. Postdoctoral Research Opportunity in Invasion Ecology, SERC
6. Field research assistantship
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Date: Mon, 30 Sep 2002 04:34:47 -0400
From: "Leon P.M. Lamers" <leon.lamers@SCI.KUN.NL>
Subject: 7th International Wetlands Conference
Dear colleagues,
Under the auspices of INTECOL, Utrecht University will organize the
7th INTECOL International Wetlands Conference
in Utrecht, the Netherlands, from 25 through 30 July 2004.
All wetland scientists and water resource managers across the globe are
kindly invited to participate in this meeting. Visit the Conference website
and bookmark it!
www.bio.uu.nl/INTECOL
For further information, and/or if you want to receive all further
conference mailings, please send an e-mail to:
INTECOL@fbu.uu.nl
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Date: Mon, 30 Sep 2002 10:46:55 -0500
From: "Miller, Richard" <rwmiller@BUTLER.EDU>
Subject: Faculty positions - Butler University
Ecologgers -
=20
We have 2 tenure-track positions open if you are looking for a job. If
not, please forward to anyone you think might be interested.
=20
Richard Miller
Butler University
rwmiller@butler.edu
=20
Faculty Positions in Biology
Butler University
=20
The Department of Biological Sciences invites applications for two
tenure-track ASSISTANT PROFESSOR positions beginning August, 2003.
Applicants should have a Ph.D., teaching experience, and a strong
commitment to undergraduate education. Experience with inquiry-based
learning is a plus. Teaching responsibilities for both positions include
introductory biology. Other teaching opportunities include upper
division electives and/or senior seminars in your area of
specialization. Butler has an established undergraduate research program
supported by institutional funds. Successful candidates will be expected
to sustain a research program involving undergraduates. Set-up funds are
available for each position.
=20
ANIMAL PHYSIOLOGIST: Teaching responsibilities include animal physiology
and general zoology. Ability to teach invertebrate biology is a plus.
Area of research is open.
=20
BOTANIST: Teaching responsibilities include introductory botany and
upper level botany classes in area of specialization. Area of research
is open.
=20
Butler University, located in Indianapolis, has an enrollment of 3500
undergraduates and offers degrees in Liberal Arts and Sciences plus
Business, Pharmacy, Fine Arts and Education. The Department of
Biological Sciences has 12 full-time faculty and 200 majors. We are
searching for people to complement the teaching and research areas of
the present faculty. Information about the teaching and research
interests of our faculty and departmental resources can be found at our
web site: <www.butler.edu/biology>. Applicants should submit a cover
letter, curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching interests and
philosophy, a statement of current and planned research, unofficial
transcripts, and three letters of recommendation to: Richard W. Miller,
Biology Search, Department of Biological Sciences, Butler University,
4600 Sunset Avenue, Indianapolis, IN 46208. Inquiries can be made by
e-mail to: rwmiller@butler.edu <mailto:tdolan@butler.edu> . To be
assured of full consideration, applications should be received by 1
November.
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Date: Mon, 30 Sep 2002 15:25:36 -0500
From: Eric Ribbens <E-Ribbens@WIU.EDU>
Subject: Summary: Caterpillar Field Guides
Recently I posted this request for information:
"A friend is looking for a "good field guide to caterpillars". She already
has one for butterflies and moths, but now would like to be able to
identify the larvae. She's not a professional biologist, just someone
interested in biology. Suggestions are greatly appreciated."
Attached are the responses I received, sorted by item and stripped of
identifying information. Thank you very much, all respondents!
Eric Ribbens
-----------------------------------------------------------
1: The 'First Guide to Caterpillars' in the Peterson series shows 100+
common caterpillars. It is written for children, but still useful for adult
naturalists.
- it is rather broad with some good natural history - food plants etc.
- It's not comprehensive by any means, but has a fair amount of
caterpillars in it, representing the most common families.
- Believe it or not, Peterson's First Guide to Caterpillars, which is
meant for children, is excellent.
2: The US Forest Service produces a picture guide to forest caterpillars
which is quite comprehensive.
- The USDA Forest Service have two excellent guides for caterpillars.
They are Caterpillars of Eastern Forests (FHTET-96-34) and Geometroid
Caterpillars of Northeastern and Appalachian Forests (FHTET-2001-10).
Contact Richard Reardon in Morgantown, WV, phone 304-285-1566, e-mail
rreardon@fs.fed.us. The best thing is they are free or they were free.
- (FHTET-96-34) is on the web at:
http://www.npwrc.usgs.gov/resource/2000/cateast/cateast.htm
3: Some of the moth and butterfly guides have the more common larvae and
pupae but not complete.
- The Audubon field guide to Butterflies has some good color photos of
caterpillars.
- Butterflies of North America (Scott, 1986, Stanford Press) has pictures
of some of the better-known larvae.
- Swallowtail butterlfies of the Americas (Tyler et al.) has pictures of
many Papilionid larvae.
4: Larvae are difficult. Most people rear them out to adults if they're
not certain. Sometimes it helps if you know the local fauna and can narrow
the possibilities on the basis of what plant you find them on (because it
should be the larval hostplant).
5. Go to the following web site and look for the following publications,
then send an email request that they be mailed to you. Usually, they are
delivered within a couple weeks:
http://www.fs.fed.us/foresthealth/technology/publications.shtml
- Wagner et al. 1997. Caterpillars of eastern forests. FHTET-96-34
- Miller, J. C. 1995. Caterpillars of Pacific Northwest Forests and
Woodlands. FHM-NC-06-95. I'm not sure if this one is still in print.
- Wagner et al. 2001. Geometroid caterpillars of Northeastern and
Appalachian Forests. FHTET-2001-10.
Some of these are available as web downloads, too, if you have the
software/technology.
6. A more technical dichotomous key can be found in the multivolume work:
Immature Insects.
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Date: Mon, 30 Sep 2002 16:59:02 -0400
From: David Inouye <di5@umail.umd.edu>
Subject: Job: Assistant Professor in Ecology, University of Colorado, Boulde
Assistant Professor in Ecology, University of Colorado, Boulder
The Department of Environmental, Population and Organismic Biology at the
University of Colorado seeks an Ecologist to enhance our research and
teaching programs in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology. Our goal is to
hire the best individual in any discipline of ecology. Information on the
current composition of the department and its programs can be found at
http://www.Colorado.EDU/epob/. The department also has formal
associations with the Environmental Studies Program (ENVS), the Institute
of Arctic and Alpine Research (INSTAAR), the University Museum, and the
Cooperative Institute for Research in Environmental Studies (CIRES) at CU.
The individual will be hired at the Assistant Professor level and will be
expected to pursue an active research program and to teach in their area
of expertise and the core curriculum. Applicants should submit a current
curriculum vitae, statements of research and teaching interests, and the
names of 4 references to: Ecologist Search Committee, EPO Biology, UCB
334, University of Colorado, Boulder CO 80309. Review of applications
will begin on November 1, 2002. Information can be obtained from
esearch@spot.colorado.edu. The University of Colorado is committed to
diversity and equality in education and employment.
William D. Bowman
Director, Mountain Research Station/INSTAAR
Associate Professor,
Environmental, Population and Organismic Biology
University of Colorado
Boulder, CO 80309
(303) 492-2557
FAX (303) 492-8699
http://spot.colorado.edu/~bowman/Home.html
http://www.colorado.edu/mrs/
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Date: Mon, 30 Sep 2002 17:00:14 -0400
From: David Inouye <di5@umail.umd.edu>
Subject: Postdoctoral Research Opportunity in Invasion Ecology, SERC
Title: Postdoctoral Research Opportunity in Invasion Ecology
Description: The Smithsonian Environmental Research Center (SERC) has
developed one of the largest coastal invasions research program in the
United States, The Marine Invasions Research Laboratory
(<http://invasions.si.edu/>). We have a staff of approximately 25
biologists, who conduct research throughout the country and overseas.
We currently have a position open to a postdoctoral researcher to conduct
research on the transfer and population dynamics of coastal marine
organisms in the ballast water of ships. The researcher will participate
as a member of a research team and will be expected to contribute strongly
in the following areas:
* Experimental design;
* Oversight of Implementation;
* Data Management & Statistical Analysis;
* Completion of Reports & Publications.
Education / Experience: PhD in Ecology or related field. Candidates must
have a strong background in experimental design, statistics, data
management and experience conducting field experiments. Knowledge of
plankton communities is a plus, but not essential.
Skills: Applicant must be organized, self motivated, independent and
pro-active. A proven ability to produce tangible results from significant
or difficult tasks is essential. Some travel will be required.
Strong communication skills and ability to work as part of a research team
are required as is a proven talent to write reports and publications.
Salary: $35,000 plus benefits
Duration: 2 years, with prospect of renewal. Starts as soon as fall 2002.
Location: Position is based at the Marine Invasion Research Lab,
Smithsonian Environmental Research Center (SERC), Edgewater, Maryland,
USA. SERC is a research center of the Smithsonian Institution, located on
the western shore of Chesapeake Bay, approximately 10 miles south of
Annapolis, 40 miles west of Washington D.C., and 40 miles south of Baltimore
To Apply: Please submit current CV as well as names, phone numbers, and
email addresses of 3 references. Application review will be begin October
15th; position is open until filled. Applications should be submitted to
Monaca Noble, noblem@si.edu <mailto:noblem@si.edu>, Smithsonian
Environmental Research Center, P.O. Box 28, Edgewater, MD 21037 USA. Email
submission preferred.
United States citizenship and the ability to obtain security clearance at
the confidential level will be required.
Monaca Noble
Smithsonian Environmental Research Center
647 Contees Wharf Rd
Edgewater, MD 21037
443-482-2414
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Date: Mon, 30 Sep 2002 17:22:14 -0400
From: Kerry Brown <kbrown@LIFE.BIO.SUNYSB.EDU>
Subject: Field research assistantship
Title: Field research assistantship in Invasion Ecology in the tropics
Description: I am studying the ecology of an invasive plant in a tropical
forest in Puerto Rico. I currently have a position open for a field
assistant to help with this project. The assistant will be expected to
contribute in the following areas: helping with census, acquiring soil
samples, collecting leaf litter, harvesting transplant experiments, and data
entry. Specific details about the project available upon request.
Education / Experience: BS/BA in Biology, Ecology, Environmental Science or
related field.
Duration: The assistant will be needed from January 2003 ^Ö April 2003.
I will pay for round trip travel expenses to Puerto Rico; I will also cover,
(in full) housing and food while in Puerto Rico. Unfortunately, no stipend
can be offered.
Send resume and two recommendations (contact information for referees will
suffice, i.e. E-mail addresses) to: Kerry Brown, Kbrown@life.bio.sunysb.edu
Only electronic submissions will be considered.
Thank you,
Kerry Brown
SUNY at Stony Brook
Department of Ecology and Evolution
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Date: Mon, 30 Sep 2002 19:13:43 -0400
From: Becky <olinallen@EARTHLINK.NET>
Subject: Re: Summary: Caterpillar Field Guides
There's also "The butterflies of West Virginia and their caterpillars,"
Univ. of Pittsburgh Press, 1997, with color photos of (mostly) common larvae
and pupae.
Olin Allen
984 Marl Pit Road
Middletown DE 19709
(302) 376-7890
olinallen@earthlink.net
-----Original Message-----
From: Ecological Society of America: grants, jobs, news
[mailto:ECOLOG-L@LISTSERV.UMD.EDU]On Behalf Of Eric Ribbens
Sent: Monday, September 30, 2002 4:26 PM
To: ECOLOG-L@LISTSERV.UMD.EDU
Subject: Summary: Caterpillar Field Guides
Recently I posted this request for information:
"A friend is looking for a "good field guide to caterpillars". She already
has one for butterflies and moths, but now would like to be able to
identify the larvae. She's not a professional biologist, just someone
interested in biology. Suggestions are greatly appreciated."
Attached are the responses I received, sorted by item and stripped of
identifying information. Thank you very much, all respondents!
Eric Ribbens
-----------------------------------------------------------
1: The 'First Guide to Caterpillars' in the Peterson series shows 100+
common caterpillars. It is written for children, but still useful for adult
naturalists.
- it is rather broad with some good natural history - food plants etc.
- It's not comprehensive by any means, but has a fair amount of
caterpillars in it, representing the most common families.
- Believe it or not, Peterson's First Guide to Caterpillars, which is
meant for children, is excellent.
2: The US Forest Service produces a picture guide to forest caterpillars
which is quite comprehensive.
- The USDA Forest Service have two excellent guides for caterpillars.
They are Caterpillars of Eastern Forests (FHTET-96-34) and Geometroid
Caterpillars of Northeastern and Appalachian Forests (FHTET-2001-10).
Contact Richard Reardon in Morgantown, WV, phone 304-285-1566, e-mail
rreardon@fs.fed.us. The best thing is they are free or they were free.
- (FHTET-96-34) is on the web at:
http://www.npwrc.usgs.gov/resource/2000/cateast/cateast.htm
3: Some of the moth and butterfly guides have the more common larvae and
pupae but not complete.
- The Audubon field guide to Butterflies has some good color photos of
caterpillars.
- Butterflies of North America (Scott, 1986, Stanford Press) has pictures
of some of the better-known larvae.
- Swallowtail butterlfies of the Americas (Tyler et al.) has pictures of
many Papilionid larvae.
4: Larvae are difficult. Most people rear them out to adults if they're
not certain. Sometimes it helps if you know the local fauna and can narrow
the possibilities on the basis of what plant you find them on (because it
should be the larval hostplant).
5. Go to the following web site and look for the following publications,
then send an email request that they be mailed to you. Usually, they are
delivered within a couple weeks:
http://www.fs.fed.us/foresthealth/technology/publications.shtml
- Wagner et al. 1997. Caterpillars of eastern forests. FHTET-96-34
- Miller, J. C. 1995. Caterpillars of Pacific Northwest Forests and
Woodlands. FHM-NC-06-95. I'm not sure if this one is still in print.
- Wagner et al. 2001. Geometroid caterpillars of Northeastern and
Appalachian Forests. FHTET-2001-10.
Some of these are available as web downloads, too, if you have the
software/technology.
6. A more technical dichotomous key can be found in the multivolume work:
Immature Insects.
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Subject: ECOLOG-L Digest - 30 Sep 2002 to 1 Oct 2002 (#2002-251)
There are 8 messages totalling 423 lines in this issue.
Topics of the day:
1. Grad Studies: Ecology & Evolution at Vanderbilt
2. Job: Research Hourly Worker, Forest Ecology, Joseph Jones Ecological
Research Center
3. Chair, Clarkson University Dept. of Biology
4. job posting: fisheries position
5. Caterpillar Field Guide
6. JOB ANNOUNCEMENTS: SRI LANKA - SHORT TERM: BIODIVERSITY/CONSERVATION
PROJECT.
7. position, Wa Dept of Ecology
8. FW: 4th North American Forest Ecology Workshop
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Date: Mon, 30 Sep 2002 22:25:03 -0400
From: "John M. Burke" <john.m.burke@VANDERBILT.EDU>
Subject: Grad Studies: Ecology & Evolution at Vanderbilt
Dear colleagues and prospective students,
The Department of Biological Sciences at Vanderbilt University seeks highly
motivated graduate students to join a growing group of biologists with
complementary research interests focusing on ecological mechanisms of
evolutionary diversification. The participating faculty combine molecular
and field/experimental approaches in studies of both plants and animals.
Ongoing research investigates a wide variety of evolutionary phenomena,
ranging from population structure and adaptation to speciation and
phylogenetic radiation. We are currently in the process of hiring an
ecologist to complement our research strengths, and anticipate the addition
of at least one more colleague in the near future.
Graduate students receive a generous 12-month stipend ($20,000 plus a full
tuition waiver) with modest accompanying responsibilities (only one semester
of teaching per year). During the summer of 2002, the department of
Biological Sciences moved into a new building complete with state-of-the-art
laboratory space, an automated DNA sequencing facility, and modern, spacious
greenhouses. Vanderbilt researchers enjoy a vibrant academic community
located on a beautiful campus that is also a national arboretum. The
University is located in the heart of Nashville, a comfortable, friendly,
and inexpensive city situated amidst the rolling hills of middle Tennessee.
For more information on research and graduate study at Vanderbilt, please
consult our departmental web page at: http://www.biosci.vanderbilt.edu/.
Questions can be directed to Dan Funk (daniel.j.funk@vanderbilt.edu), Dave
McCauley (david.e.mccauley@vanderbilt.edu), or John Burke
(john.m.burke@vanderbilt.edu).
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Date: Tue, 1 Oct 2002 11:53:27 -0400
From: David Inouye <di5@umail.umd.edu>
Subject: Job: Research Hourly Worker, Forest Ecology,
Joseph Jones Ecological Research Center
JOSEPH W. JONES ECOLOGICAL RESEARCH CENTER/ICHAUWAY, INC.
Research Hourly Worker, Forest Ecology -
The Joseph W. Jones Ecological Research Center
(www.jonesctr.org) invites applications for a Temporary Research Hourly Work
r
position available now through December 31, 2003. The successful candidate
will
assist with all aspects of ongoing research, including a variety of field an
lab-based work. Ongoing projects in the Forest Ecology lab are
investigating 1)
the regulation of carbon allocation to fine roots at ecosystem scales, 2)
whole-ecosystem water use, water-use efficiency, and water source
partitioning,
and 3) above- and belowground ecosystem productivity over a natural hydrolog
c
and manipulated nitrogen gradient. Field-related activities involve the
maintenance of multiple sap-flux sites (using constant-power heat dissipatio
probes and Campbell/Omnidata dataloggers and multiplexers) and long-term
productivity sites (collecting root ingrowth cores, overstory litter, and
nitrogen mineralization incubations as well as some root minirhizotron
sampling,
soil gas exchange sampling, broadcast fertilization, and vegetation surveys)
Laboratory duties include sample processing as well as data entry. Other
duties
may be assigned by the supervisor. The successful candidate should possess t
e
ability to conduct moderate physical activity in the field under a variety o
weather conditions, follow instructions, work independently or as part of a
team, and perform meticulous tasks. Qualifications include a bachelor's degr
e
in biology, ecology, forestry, or related field. This position is ideal for
someone who is considering graduate school and would like exposure to 1)
forest
ecological and tree physiological field and lab techniques, 2) a community o
graduate students currently enrolled in Master's or Ph.D. programs, and 3) a
community of scientists and conservationists. The 28,000-acre Research
Center is
located approximately 30 miles southwest of Albany, Georgia. The Center's
research, education, and conservation programs focus on ecology and natural
resource management. The site includes 16,000 acres of longleaf pine forests
over 1,000 acres of wetlands, and 26 miles of stream and river ecosystems.
Compensation is $7.00 to $8.00/hr, with onsite housing offered. Preference
will
be given to those candidates willing to live onsite. No benefits package is
available. Specific questions regarding the position may be e-mailed to
stephen.pecot@jonesctr.org. A letter of application, resume, and a list of
three
references should be mailed to: Cindy Craft, Forest Ecology II RHW Position,
Joseph W. Jones Ecological Research Center, Rt. 2, Box 2324, Newton, GA 3987
,
Phone: 229-734-4706, Fax: 229-734-4707. Applicants will be reviewed until th
position is filled. The Joseph W. Jones Ecological Research Center is an Equ
l
Opportunity Employer
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Date: Tue, 1 Oct 2002 12:48:05 -0400
From: Tom Langen <tlangen@CLARKSON.EDU>
Subject: Chair, Clarkson University Dept. of Biology
BIOLOGY DEPARTMENT CHAIR, CLARKSON UNIVERSITY
The Biology Department at Clarkson University is seeking a Department =
Chair. The successful candidate will have an established, externally =
funded research program that compliments our strengths in environmental =
science and cell and molecular biology, and a record of success in =
teaching at the undergraduate and graduate level. The research and =
teaching strengths of the department draw from interdisciplinary =
interactions with other departments on campus, such as the Environmental =
Science Ph.D. program, the undergraduate Biomolecular Science program, =
Cognitive Neuroscience, and our close ties with Rehabilitation =
Engineering and the Physical Therapy graduate program. The Chair will =
maintain and develop these interactions, and actively seek new =
collaborative opportunities (e.g., a graduate program in Biomolecular =
Science). The Chair will also continue the development and growth of an =
outstanding undergraduate Biology program whose mission includes =
preparing students for successful careers in biology and the health care =
professions (e.g., medicine, physical therapy). Clarkson University is =
a small private technological university whose mission balances high =
quality undergraduate and graduate education with excellence in =
research. Clarkson is located in a rural setting just outside the =
Adirondack Park, with year round outdoor recreational opportunities. =
Clarkson lies within minutes of three other universities and within two =
hours of Montreal, Ottawa, and Lake Placid. Candidates should submit a =
CV, research and teaching statements, sample reprints, a statement of =
administrative philosophy, and at least three letters of reference to: =
Search Committee, Department of Biology, Clarkson University, Potsdam, =
NY 13699-5825. Review of applications will begin immediately and will =
continue until the position is filled. Clarkson University is an equal =
Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer. POS#46-02
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Date: Tue, 1 Oct 2002 16:08:23 -0400
From: Peter Quinby <quinbyp@PAULSMITHS.EDU>
Subject: job posting: fisheries position
Fisheries Biologist Faculty Member
The Division of Natural Resources, Sciences, and Liberal Arts of Paul
Smith's College is seeking to fill a newly created position starting in
fall 2003 to support our new and expanding program in Fish & Wildlife, and
to participate in the Biology, Environmental Science, and Natural Resource
Management Programs. The successful candidate will teach introductory and
advanced courses in fisheries biology and management, and related
courses. The candidate will also be expected to develop a research and/or
public outreach program addressing fisheries management issues, preferably
with a focus on local lakes and/or rivers. Participation in the College's
Adirondack Watershed Institute will be encouraged and student advising
including senior project supervision is expected. Preference will be given
to qualified applicants with doctoral degrees, however those with master's
degrees, teaching experience, and significant professional experience will
be considered.
The 14,000-acre campus of Paul Smith's College is located on the shores of
Lower St. Regis Lake in the northern Adirondacks of New York
State. Adirondack State Park is the largest wilderness area in the United
States east of the Mississippi and provides world-class outdoor
recreational opportunities including hiking, climbing, canoeing/kayaking,
x-country and downhill skiing, and fishing. Paul Smith's is a small, rural
college of almost 900 students offering both associate's and bachelor's
degrees with a commitment to experiential and field approaches to
teaching. Additional information about the College can be found at
www.paulsmiths.edu. Submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, and
contact information for three references by November 15, 2002 to Dr. Peter
Quinby, Dean of Natural Resources, Sciences, and Liberal Arts, 107 Pickett
Hall, Paul Smith's College, Paul Smiths, NY 12970; quinbyp@paulsmiths.edu.
_____________________________________________
Peter A. Quinby, Ph.D.
Dean of Natural Resources, Sciences and Liberal Arts
Paul Smith's College
Paul Smiths, NY 12970
Ph: (518) 327-6272; Fax: -6369
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Date: Tue, 1 Oct 2002 17:23:12 -0400
From: Oliver Kilian <ollie@ACCESSV.COM>
Subject: Re: Caterpillar Field Guide
hi y'all
just as well that its on the web
i was informed via e-mail today that it is currently out of print
cheers,
oliver
----- Original Message -----
From: "Michael S. Batcher" <mbatcher@NETHEAVEN.COM>
To: <ECOLOG-L@LISTSERV.UMD.EDU>
Sent: Friday, September 27, 2002 3:29 PM
Subject: Re: Caterpillar Field Guide
> FYI, the first one (FHTET-96-34) is on the web at:
>
> http://www.npwrc.usgs.gov/resource/2000/cateast/cateast.htm
>
> Michael S. Batcher, M.S., A.I.C.P.
> Ecologist and Environmental Planner
> 1907 Buskirk-West Hoosick Rd.
> Buskirk, NY 12028
>
> (518) 686-5868 (Phone)
> (518) 686-1802 (Fax)
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Ecological Society of America: grants, jobs, news
> [mailto:ECOLOG-L@LISTSERV.UMD.EDU]On Behalf Of David Smith
> Sent: Friday, September 27, 2002 1:57 PM
> To: ECOLOG-L@LISTSERV.UMD.EDU
> Subject: Re: Caterpillar Field Guide
>
>
> The USDA Forest Service have two excellent guides for caterpillars. The
> are Caterpillars of Eastern Forests (FHTET-96-34) and Geometroid
> Caterpillars of Northeastern and Appalachian Forests (FHTET-2001-10).
> Contact Richard Reardon in Morgantown, WV, phone 304-285-1566, e-mail
> rreardon@fs.fed.us. The best thing is they are free or they were free.
>
> David Smith
>
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Date: Tue, 1 Oct 2002 17:27:58 -0400
From: Marjorie Greene <MGreene@ARDINC.COM>
Subject: JOB ANNOUNCEMENTS: SRI LANKA - SHORT TERM: BIODIVERSITY/CONSERVATI
N
PROJECT.
ARD, Inc. (http://www.ardinc.com) is in urgent need of short-term consultan
s for the positions listed below.
Ecologist:
6 months continuous work scheduled latter part of 2003.
Provide overall advice on ecosystem management and biodiversity conservation
issues. Serve as key liaison between different agencies involved with biodiv
rsity conservation. Serve as advisor to Biodiversity Secretariat.
Tasks:
· Identify/document technical issues related to habita
management/wildlife conservation (e.g., ecological issues related to invasi
e species, habitat enrichment and other ecological threats);
· Evaluate/document ongoing research initiatives, assist in identifyin
future research needs to help develop departmental research agenda;
· Assist the Team Leader in formulating and implementing the monitorin
and evaluation program for park management;
· Provide training as required.
Requires advanced degree (Ph.d. preferred) and minimum 10 years experience w
th tropical ecology/biodiversity conservation. Extensive, recent hands field
based research. Previous experience in Sri Lanka.
Biodiversity Inventory/Conservaton Systems Specialist:
12 months of work over a 16-month period -- 8 months latter half of 2003, 4
onths latter half 2004.
Advise on the development of a biodiversity inventory and monitoring system;
establish suitable field protocols and direct field-based research program.
Tasks include:
· Reviewing existing inventories/inventory protocols i
cluding GRADSECT sampling;
· Design/test procedures for biodiversity/ecosystem inventories for pr
tected areas including process for revision of inventories based on routine
eedback;
· Prepare/inventory manual outlining recommended procedure;
· Assist in implementing above inventory design, prepare TORs, bid doc
ments, bid evaluation criteria, contract document and routine monitoring pro
ocol;
· Provide over-all supervision/quality control on conduct of inventory
activity in one pilot PA;
· Advise on management of inventory data and linkages with the departm
ntal MIS;
· Help define/prioritize a research agenda for inventory purposes, pay
ng particular attention to endangered species;
· Review existing island-wide conservation area system, assess system
n context of overall nation-wide biodiversity conservation priorities/strate
ies and recommend strategies based on the review (including public-private p
rtnership strategies, covenants, easements and other measures to enhance the
conservation estate);
· Provide training as required.
Requires advanced degree (Ph.D. preferred) in relevant field. Minimum 10 yea
s experience with the development of biodiversity and monitoring inventory s
stems. Extensive and recent hands-on inventory systems development and field
based research. Previous experience in Sri Lanka.
Protected Areas Information Display Design Specialist:
8 months work over 12 month period - 2 4-month assignments.
Design display material in Visitor Centers and other in-park interpretative
igns.
Tasks include:
· Identify appropriate information to be disseminated
n PAs;
· Assist with locating/designing appropriate visitor centers and othe
interpretation facilities in Pilot PAs;
· Design appropriate visitor center displays and other appropriate mea
s of information dissemination in Pilot PAs (i.e. outdoor signage for nature
trails boardwalks, roadside stops and other sites);
· Prepare guidelines and specifications and provide overall supervisio
and quality control over construction/production of information disseminati
n facilities;
· Assist in improving the quality of existing display material in Bund
la PA;
· Develop/implement feedback procedure on visitor service facilities;
· Provide training as required.
Requires: significant international experience in designing state of the art
in-park display material; minimum 10 years experience.
Please e-mail a full, current curriculum vitae (CV) in reverse chronological
format to mgreene@ardinc.com, insert "Sri Lanka Biodiversity" in the subject
line and refer to Job Code: SL-001 or fax to M. Greene, 802-658-4247. Closi
g date: October 15, 2002. EOE/m,w,d,v.
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Date: Tue, 1 Oct 2002 15:32:26 -0700
From: "Janisch, Jack" <JAJA461@ECY.WA.GOV>
Subject: position, Wa Dept of Ecology
please post to relevant university job boards
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Washington Sate Department of Ecology
Position Announcement: I-2702-21-ES3-OC
Open Date: 27 September 2002
Close Date: 11 October 2002
Classification: Environmental Specialist 3; project position with funding
expected through June 2005.
Description: Support salmonid watershed index monitoring, a program
measuring effectiveness of salmonid habitat restoration statewide. Primary
duties include collection of stream flow, water quality, and fish habitat
data in selected watersheds. Typical duties include: coordinating field
work with cooperators, conducting field operations, field equipment
maintenance, preparation and calibration, data entry and analysis using
various software packages, and preparation of project plans and with writing
technical reports of study findings. Related duties include reviewing
technical reports, documenting standard operating protocols and guidelines
for collection of environmental samples.
To Apply:
1. Applicants must qualify for Wa Dept of Personnel Environmental
Specialist 2/3 eligibility pool. see
http://hr.dop.wa.gov/statejobs/crp.overview.htm and
http://hr.dop.wa.gov/statejobs/hiringlists.htm for an explanation of
referral registers or call Misty Rickey, 360.407.6679.
2. Meet minimum qualifications listed on the announcement. If the
announcement has not yet been posted
(http://hr.dop.wa.gov/statejobs/jobs.htm) contact Wa Dept of Personnel for a
copy.
2. Submit a completed State of Washington job application to the address
listed on the announcement. All questions listed in the announcement
examination section must be fully answered and submitted with the
application.
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Date: Tue, 1 Oct 2002 17:00:44 -0700
From: "Puettmann, Klaus" <Klaus.Puettmann@ORST.EDU>
Subject: FW: 4th North American Forest Ecology Workshop
Below see the announcement for the 4th North American Forest Ecology Worksho
and the call for papers. Please note and distribute as you see fit.
Call for Papers
The 4th North American Forest Ecology Workshop: Ecosystems in Transition
June 16 to 20, 2003
Corvallis, Oregon
Abstracts are due January 17, 2003. Abstracts must be submitted electronical
y on http://outreach.cof.orst.edu/nafew/
Workshop Mission
The general purpose of the workshop is to bring researchers, academicians an
managers together to foster dialog and discussion of current issues related
to basic and applied research in forested ecosystems of North America.
Conference Description
Our appreciation of the dynamics of forest ecosystems has increased dramatic
lly in recent years. Many forests are in transition from past climates, dist
rbance, and human activities. Increasing human influences on fire regimes, f
rest stand development, forest land use patterns, pathogens, and global ecos
stem cycles are likely to accelerate rates of change. Our perceptions of for
st ecosystems are changing as well. The emphasis on stability, equilibrium,
nd predictability in ecology has broadened to incorporate conceptual models
ased on non-equilibrium, chaos, complexity, and uncertainty. Researchers are
struggling to find ways to understand the dynamism of ecosystems and communi
ate insights to managers and the public. Managers are struggling to apply po
icies that may be based on unrealistic assumptions about ecosystem stability
and predictability. The workshop will explore recent advances in the science
and management of dynamic forests and human influences.
Plenary Speakers:
Dr. Kenneth Lertzman- Simon Fraser University, Burnaby, British Columbia, Ca
ada
Dr. Nalini Nadkarni- The Evergreen State College, Olympia, Washington
Dr. Robert Naiman- University of Washington, Seattle, Washington
Dr. David Rizzo- University of California, Davis, California
Keynote speaker:
Dr. Daniel Botkin- University of California, Santa Barbara, California
Field trips:
Thursday, June 19, to several sites in Oregon and Washington
Papers are being solicited for the following sessions:
* Silviculture for conservation, restoration, and/or intensified timber prod
ction <http://outreach.cof.orst.edu/nafew/sessions.htm>
* Dynamics of natural and managed forests: implications to biodiversity
<http://outreach.cof.orst.edu/nafew/sessions.htm>
* Biotic influences: invasives, pathogens, and herbivory
<http://outreach.cof.orst.edu/nafew/sessions.htm>
* Riparian ecosystems and land-water interactions
<http://outreach.cof.orst.edu/nafew/sessions.htm>
* Strategies and indicators of ecologically sustainable forest management
<http://outreach.cof.orst.edu/nafew/sessions.htm>
* Hidden diversity and process: belowground systems and canopies
<http://outreach.cof.orst.edu/nafew/sessions.htm>
* Development of ecosystem cycles: baselines and anthropogenic change
<http://outreach.cof.orst.edu/nafew/sessions.htm>
* Inventory, monitoring, and change detection
<http://outreach.cof.orst.edu/nafew/sessions.htm>
Sponsors:
Society of American Foresters, Ecological Society of America, USFS-Pacific N
rthwest Research Station, Oregon State University College of Forestry, USGS
orest and Rangeland Ecosystem Science Center, Bureau of Land Management, USF
-Region 6, IUFRO Working party on Old Growth and Forest Reserves.
_______________________________________________
Klaus J. Puettmann
Department of Forest Science
321 Richardson Hall
Corvallis, OR 97331-5752
Tel. 541 737 8984
FAX 541 737 1393
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