Daniel Bird

Daniel is researching migration, stop over use, potential barriers to movement, and resource selection of elk on the Blackfeet Nation Indian Reservation in northcentral Montana. He is using GPS radio collars to collect spatial data to accomplish his research goals. His results will help managers design sustainable and multiple-use conservation objectives. He is co-advised with Jed Brodie at the University of Montana.

Role

- Camp Fire Conservation Fellow - Candidate, Ph.D. at University of Montana

Project

Modeling Migration and Habitat Use of Elk on the Blackfeet Reservation and Glacier National Park, Montana

Expected Completion

Spring 2027

Education

B.S. - Wildlife Science - New Mexico State University M.S. - Wildlife Science - Purdue University

Research Interests

Daniel's lifelong goal is to increase Native American representation in STEM fields at the university, tribal, state and federal levels. He also plans to assist tribes in continuing to sustainably manage natural resources while maintaining unique cultures, languages and indigenous ways of living.

Supported By:

- Alfred P. Sloan Indigenous Foundation - U.S. Bureau of Indian Affairs