Ever wondered how DNA metabarcoding compares to traditional methods for assessing diet? Curious whether these techniques could help inform the management of introduced deer in Australia? Then our latest research is for you! @janstrugnell.bsky.social @coatiben.bsky.social doi.org/10.1002/ecs2...

DNA metabarcoding provides new insight into the diet of invasive chital deer (Axis axis) in a tropical savanna landscape

The introduction of non-native species into new environments can cause significant ecological harm and is considered a major conservation threat. As populations of invasive species continue to establ....

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Two of my favourite humans are also awesome researchers and assistants in the field. They're both doctors now as well, so I have no idea how I persuade them to spend time with me....... maybe it's the free food? @danisiss.bsky.social @rishpillai.bsky.social

The hardship of living with a thief

A quick announcement for any north Queensland wildlife with an active Bluesky account! Please feel free to pose for our cameras just like these lovely roos. Thanks. @coatiben.bsky.social

Working in the Queensland Dry Tropics during an Australian summer presents many challenges.... 38°C and 60% relative humidity being two of them

After six months of comprehensive investigation, i'm happy to finally close case number 262, titled "Who keeps stealing the bloody tent pegs and flagging tape?!?".

Hello Bluesky! I'm a PhD researcher at JCU Australia, with interests in invasive species biology and management. I use population genomics, DNA metabarcoding, and camera trapping to better understand an invasive population of chital deer (Axis axis), in the north Queensland dry tropics region.