Jennifer Hatlauf

Jennifer Hatlauf is a researcher at the University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences, Vienna (BOKU), specialized in wildlife biology and carnivore ecology. Her primary affiliation is the iWILD department, where she focuses on the golden jackal (Canis aureus) and other mesocarnivores. She holds a Dr.nat.techn. and M.Sc., and her work bridges field research, conservation policy, and academic teaching.

Her research emphasizes the golden jackal’s ecology, distribution, and interactions with other species, including red foxes and humans. Key themes include habitat use in urban and natural environments, dietary assessments, and the implications of range expansion across Europe. She has contributed to large-scale projects like European carnivore distribution mapping and provided expert recommendations for documenting invasive species.

Her publications span zoology, conservation biology, and ecological modeling, often employing innovative methods like acoustic monitoring and detection dog-assisted scat sampling. While no formal awards are listed, her work significantly impacts wildlife management strategies and biodiversity conservation efforts in Austria and Europe.

Her team at iWILD collaborates on projects such as citizen science initiatives (e.g., Österreich forscht) and governmental reports, ensuring practical applications of her research. Consultation hours are held Mondays 11:00–13:00 by appointment.