David S Pilliod
My research focuses on evaluating effects of disturbances, such as wildfire and invasive species, and effectiveness of restoration in a variety of terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.
I lead a team of scientists that develop tools and models to improve understanding of ecological systems and solve challenging problems in natural resource management. We primarily address questions related to wildlife habitat, species conservation, and restoration. Our research team also develops data management and decision support systems to facilitate adaptive management, especially in western rangelands. We primarily work on issues affecting the Intermountain West and Great Basin regions of the U.S.
Professional Experience
2006 - Present: USGS. Forest and Rangeland Ecosystem Science Center, Supervisory Research Ecologist, Boise, Idaho
Education and Certifications
Ph.D., Ecology, Idaho State University, Pocatello, ID (2001)
B.A., Biology, University of California, Santa Cruz, CA (1991)
Science and Products
Wildlife Ecology and Conservation Biology Team (FRESC)
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Sampling animal sign in heterogeneous environments: how much is enough?
Characterizing the distribution of an endangered salmonid using environmental DNA analysis
Quantifying and predicting fuels and the effects of reduction treatments along successional and invasion gradients in sagebrush habitats
Moving environmental DNA methods from concept to practice for monitoring aquatic macroorganisms
Long-term effects of seeding after wildfire on vegetation in Great Basin shrubland ecosystems
Quantifying restoration effectiveness using multi-scale habitat models: implications for sage-grouse in the Great Basin
Semi-automated identification of leopard frogs
A reference system for animal biometrics: application to the northern leopard frog
Roles of patch characteristics, drought frequency, and restoration in long-term trends of a widespread amphibian
Performance of quantitative vegetation sampling methods across gradients of cover in Great Basin plant communities
Factors influencing detection of eDNA from a stream-dwelling amphibian
Estimating occupancy and abundance of stream amphibians using environmental DNA from filtered water samples
Non-USGS Publications**
**Disclaimer: The views expressed in Non-USGS publications are those of the author and do not represent the views of the USGS, Department of the Interior, or the U.S. Government.
If you are unable to access or download a product, email fresc_outreach@usgs.gov a request, including the full citation, or call (541) 750-1030.
To request an interview, contact fresc_outreach@usgs.gov or call (541) 750-1030.
Science and Products
Wildlife Ecology and Conservation Biology Team (FRESC)
If you are unable to access or download a product, email fresc_outreach@usgs.gov a request, including the full citation, or call (541) 750-1030.
If you are unable to access or download a product, email fresc_outreach@usgs.gov a request, including the full citation, or call (541) 750-1030.
Sampling animal sign in heterogeneous environments: how much is enough?
Characterizing the distribution of an endangered salmonid using environmental DNA analysis
Quantifying and predicting fuels and the effects of reduction treatments along successional and invasion gradients in sagebrush habitats
Moving environmental DNA methods from concept to practice for monitoring aquatic macroorganisms
Long-term effects of seeding after wildfire on vegetation in Great Basin shrubland ecosystems
Quantifying restoration effectiveness using multi-scale habitat models: implications for sage-grouse in the Great Basin
Semi-automated identification of leopard frogs
A reference system for animal biometrics: application to the northern leopard frog
Roles of patch characteristics, drought frequency, and restoration in long-term trends of a widespread amphibian
Performance of quantitative vegetation sampling methods across gradients of cover in Great Basin plant communities
Factors influencing detection of eDNA from a stream-dwelling amphibian
Estimating occupancy and abundance of stream amphibians using environmental DNA from filtered water samples
Non-USGS Publications**
**Disclaimer: The views expressed in Non-USGS publications are those of the author and do not represent the views of the USGS, Department of the Interior, or the U.S. Government.
If you are unable to access or download a product, email fresc_outreach@usgs.gov a request, including the full citation, or call (541) 750-1030.
To request an interview, contact fresc_outreach@usgs.gov or call (541) 750-1030.