Cody Foster
Lafayette,LA
Summary
Focused Wildlife Biologist with a background in research, literature review, and statistical analysis. Most recently engaged in acquiring further field experience in multiple locations and ecosystem types. Committed to implementing conservation practices and adhering to regulations to protect endangered habitat types, plants, and fauna. Considered a valuable team asset who amplifies efficiency and objective completion through an emphasis on teamwork and communication.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Biologist
Louisiana Department Of Wildlife And Fisheries
11.2021 - Current
- Managed a variety of habitat types, ranging from an active river delta to a marshy island, for various purposes including state-based conservation efforts and recreational use for the public.
- Increased species identification accuracy through regular collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.
- Interacted with public citizens in efforts to improve relations between the department and public land users and to impart as much useful information concerning regulations as they need.
- Monitored environmental conditions during field studies to ensure adherence to regulatory requirements and best practices.
- Organized data into concise documents for distribution amongst colleagues during interdisciplinary objectives.
- Performed regular upkeep of equipment, vehicles, vessels, and tools required in the field in order to accomplish management or research tasks.
- Identified flora and fauna located within refuge areas in order to create a better understanding of the biodiversity within a region.
- Assisted in interdepartmental planting projects in Marsh Island and State Wildlife Refuge that help in reducing marsh erosion along the Louisiana coast.
- Banded migrating waterfowl including mottled ducks, fulvous whistling ducks, black-bellied whistling ducks, teal, and wood ducks using capture strategies such as walk-in traps, rocket netting, or airboat capture.
- Posted and repaired wood duck boxes that provide local populations of the species a reliable and more secure location to nest and brood.
- Aided in the complete extirpation of an invasive pig population on Marsh Island that was contributing to marsh loss within the area.
Horticulturalist
SFA Gardens
10.2014 - 12.2020
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Worked as a team in order to protect the environmental health of a 128-acre arboretum frequently used by population of the adjacent university and town.
- Removed invasive plant species in order to nurture the growth of preferred local species.
- Ensured the survival of exotic plant species imported as special projects intended to attract public interest.
Education
Master of Science - Ecology And Evolutionary Biology
Stephen F Austin State University
Nacogdoches, TX12.2020
Bachelor of Science - Ecology And Evolutionary Biology
Stephen F Austin State University
Nacogdoches, TX05.2018
Skills
- Environmental concerns
- Environmental assessment
- Data Analysis
- Research background
- Microscopy Expertise
- Resource Management
- Studying animal behavior
- Equipment Maintenance
- Wildlife research
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Dependable and Responsible
- Organization and Time Management
Recreational photography with an emphasis on plant morphology
Currently working on a portfolio that will one day be accompanied by a website that would serve as a virtual herbarium to log plant species identified and where they were found. Eventually, photos of single specimens could have aspects of their morphology (e.g., reproductive structures, leaf arrangement, root structure, etc.) labeled and referenced by professionals or casual naturalists.
Timeline
Biologist
Louisiana Department Of Wildlife And Fisheries
11.2021 - Current
Horticulturalist
SFA Gardens
10.2014 - 12.2020
Master of Science - Ecology And Evolutionary Biology
Stephen F Austin State University
Bachelor of Science - Ecology And Evolutionary Biology
Stephen F Austin State University
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