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Leo M. Khasoha
Ecology and Evolution,
University of Wyoming
Current Team
Leo M. Khasoha
Doctoral Student, Program in Ecology and Evolution (University of Wyoming)
BSc. Wildlife Management, MSc. Biology of Conservation
I am interested in mechanisms and processes that maintain ecological patterns and species assemblages. Thus, my interest span population, community, evolutionary, and conservation ecology. My research utilizes molecular biology, field experiments, and long-term demographic datasets to illuminate the drivers of ecological community dynamics.
I also partner with local organizations in Kenya to build the capacity of budding mammalogists through field courses, as well as promoting the appreciation of all wildlife and especially the small critters that are often ignored in favor of the charismatic megafauna.
When I am not doing science, I enjoy mentoring positive development in young people, exploring nature with friends and family, discussing contentious and current issues, watching football and nature documentaries, and honing my graphics and web design skills.
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George L. Opiyo
Masters Student, Wildlife Management (Karatina University)
BSc. Natural Resource & Wildlife Management
George is the current manager of our small mammal work at Mpala Conservancy, bringing on board expertise on field techniques in mammalogy (i.e., mammal identification, small mammal handling and sampling, and lab techniques) having worked with the Mammalogy Section- National Museums of Kenya for years.
George is interested in the movement behavior and habitat selection of rufous elephant shrew (Elephantulus[Galageska] rufescens). A project he is currently working on at Mpala Conservancy for his master's thesis.
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Gilbert Busienei
Research Technician (Mpala Conservancy)
Gilbert is a research technician at Mpala Conservancy, having worked for the Ungulate Herbivory Under Rainfall Uncertainty (UHURU) exclosure experiment for over 10 years. Gilbert is a multitask with broad experience in small mammal handling, vegetation sampling, and general savanna field techniques. He works with George on small mammal sampling, and maintenance of our experimental plots and trapping equipment.
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