David S Pilliod
My research focuses on species conservation, habitat management, and effectiveness of restoration in a variety of terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems. I also co-lead the Pacific Northwest Environmental DNA Laboratory.
Wildlife Ecology and Conservation Biology Team (FRESC)
Pacific Northwest Environmental DNA Laboratory
I lead a team of scientists that develop tools and models to improve understanding of ecological systems and solve challenging problems in natural resource management. We primarily address questions related to species conservation, wildlife habitat, and restoration. We combine molecular methods, remote sensing, field studies, and statistical modeling. Our research team also develops data management and decision support systems to facilitate adaptive management, especially in western rangelands. We primarily work on issues affecting the Intermountain West and Great Basin regions of the U.S.
Professional Experience
2006 - Present: USGS. Forest and Rangeland Ecosystem Science Center, Supervisory Research Ecologist, Boise, Idaho
Education and Certifications
Ph.D., Ecology, Idaho State University, Pocatello, ID (2001)
B.A., Biology, University of California, Santa Cruz, CA (1991)
Science and Products
If you are unable to access or download a product, email fresc_outreach@usgs.gov a request, including the full citation, or call (541) 750-1030.
Critical considerations for the application of environmental DNA methods to detect aquatic species Critical considerations for the application of environmental DNA methods to detect aquatic species
Transition of vegetation states positively affects harvester ants in the Great Basin, United States Transition of vegetation states positively affects harvester ants in the Great Basin, United States
Salmon redd identification using environmental DNA (eDNA) Salmon redd identification using environmental DNA (eDNA)
Larval long-toed salamanders incur nonconsumptive effects in the presence of nonnative trout Larval long-toed salamanders incur nonconsumptive effects in the presence of nonnative trout
Quantitative evidence for the effects of multiple drivers on continental-scale amphibian declines Quantitative evidence for the effects of multiple drivers on continental-scale amphibian declines
Landsat 8 and ICESat-2: Performance and potential synergies for quantifying dryland ecosystem vegetation cover and biomass Landsat 8 and ICESat-2: Performance and potential synergies for quantifying dryland ecosystem vegetation cover and biomass
Non-USGS Publications**
**Disclaimer: The views expressed in Non-USGS publications are those of the author and do not represent the views of the USGS, Department of the Interior, or the U.S. Government.
Wildlife Ecology and Conservation Biology Team (FRESC)
If you are unable to access or download a product, email fresc_outreach@usgs.gov a request, including the full citation, or call (541) 750-1030.
If you are unable to access or download a product, email fresc_outreach@usgs.gov a request, including the full citation, or call (541) 750-1030.
To request an interview, contact fresc_outreach@usgs.gov or call (541) 750-1030.
Science and Products
If you are unable to access or download a product, email fresc_outreach@usgs.gov a request, including the full citation, or call (541) 750-1030.
Critical considerations for the application of environmental DNA methods to detect aquatic species Critical considerations for the application of environmental DNA methods to detect aquatic species
Transition of vegetation states positively affects harvester ants in the Great Basin, United States Transition of vegetation states positively affects harvester ants in the Great Basin, United States
Salmon redd identification using environmental DNA (eDNA) Salmon redd identification using environmental DNA (eDNA)
Larval long-toed salamanders incur nonconsumptive effects in the presence of nonnative trout Larval long-toed salamanders incur nonconsumptive effects in the presence of nonnative trout
Quantitative evidence for the effects of multiple drivers on continental-scale amphibian declines Quantitative evidence for the effects of multiple drivers on continental-scale amphibian declines
Landsat 8 and ICESat-2: Performance and potential synergies for quantifying dryland ecosystem vegetation cover and biomass Landsat 8 and ICESat-2: Performance and potential synergies for quantifying dryland ecosystem vegetation cover and biomass
Non-USGS Publications**
**Disclaimer: The views expressed in Non-USGS publications are those of the author and do not represent the views of the USGS, Department of the Interior, or the U.S. Government.
Wildlife Ecology and Conservation Biology Team (FRESC)
If you are unable to access or download a product, email fresc_outreach@usgs.gov a request, including the full citation, or call (541) 750-1030.
If you are unable to access or download a product, email fresc_outreach@usgs.gov a request, including the full citation, or call (541) 750-1030.
To request an interview, contact fresc_outreach@usgs.gov or call (541) 750-1030.