Darrin P. Lunde

Darrin P. Lunde is a Researcher at the Smithsonian Institution, specializing in the Division of Mammals under the School of Vertebrate Zoology. With over two decades of experience, he has led extensive fieldwork across the Americas, Africa, and Southeast Asia, focusing on mammal collections and species discovery.

Education:

• M.A. in Ecology, Evolutionary Biology and Systematics, City College of New York (2002)
• B.S. in Animal Sciences, Cornell University (1991)

His research interests revolve around mammal taxonomy, biodiversity, and conservation biology. He has described over a dozen new species and contributed to understanding lesser-known mammals globally. His publications highlight integrative taxonomic revisions, morphological studies, and biogeographic patterns.

Recent publications span primate morphology, lesser gymnures, atherosclerosis in apes, and Neotropical mammals, showcasing his expertise in species discovery and field biology.

Professional Affiliations:

• Smithsonian Institution, National Museum of Natural History
• Division of Mammals, Vertebrate Zoology