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Courtney Conway is a Professor of Wildlife Sciences and Unit Leader of the Idaho Cooperative Fish & Wildlife Research Unit at the University of Idaho's College of Natural Resources. Their research focuses on wildlife management, conservation biology, behavioral ecology, and life history evolution, with a strong emphasis on applied conservation of species like greater sage-grouse, burrowing owls, and northern Idaho ground squirrels. Conway leads collaborative projects with federal and state agencies to address ecological challenges such as habitat management, climate impacts, and population recovery.
- Education: Ph.D., University of Montana (1998); M.S., University of Wyoming (1990); B.S., Colorado State University (1985)
Research Interests:
- Effects of land use (e.g., grazing) on wildlife populations
- Migration and hibernation behavior in birds and mammals
- Conservation of imperiled species through habitat restoration and genetic monitoring
Publications highlight advancements in understanding differential migration patterns, predator-prey dynamics, and the impacts of human activities on wildlife. Conway has received numerous awards, including recognition from The Wildlife Society and the American Ornithological Society, and actively mentors graduate students in field and laboratory research.
- Awards: Over 15 accolades, including 2024 University of Idaho Excellence Award and 2019 Fellow of The Wildlife Society
Labs/Teams: The Conway Lab at the USGS Idaho Cooperative Unit trains students and conducts interdisciplinary research to inform wildlife management policies.
