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Nicole D Hernandez

Nicole is a biologist at the Fort Collins Science Center working on the National Early Detection and Rapid Response Information System for invasive species.

Nicole has experience working with long-term ecological monitoring and invasive species ecology. Her interests include conservation biology, ecosystem restoration, human-wildlife conflict, and science communication. Currently, her work focuses on gathering information resources and aiding in multi-agency collaboration to build a national information system that is aimed at improving awareness of biological threats and supporting effective management practices. 

Professional Experience

  • 2022 – Present: Biologist, USGS Fort Collins Science Center, Fort Collins, CO

  • 2018 – 2022: Wildlife Biologist, University of Florida, Fort Lauderdale, FL

  •  2017: Student Contractor, USGS National Wetlands Research Center, Lafayette, LA

Education and Certifications

  • M.S. Forest Resources and Conservation with a concentration in Geomatics, University of Florida, 2022

  • Graduate Certificate, Geospatial Analysis, University of Florida, 2022

  • B.S. Wildlife Ecology and Conservation, University of Florida, 2017

Affiliations and Memberships*

  • IUCN-SSC Crocodile Specialist Group (CSG) Member

Science and Products

Establishment of the exotic invasive Cuban treefrog (Osteopilus septentrionalis) in Louisiana

The Cuban treefrog, Osteopilus septentrionalis, is native to Cuba, the Bahamas, and the Cayman Islands, and is invasive in areas where it has been introduced and established in the Caribbean as well as Florida. Despite repeated occurrences in several states over many years, it was not believed that Cuban treefrogs had successfully established outside of Florida in the mainland United States. From
Authors
Brad M. Glorioso, J. Hardin Waddle, Lindy J. Muse, Nicole D. Jennings, Melanie Litton, Joel Hamilton, Steven Gergen, David Heckard
By
Ecosystems Mission Area, Wetland and Aquatic Research Center

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.

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Conceptual network diagram for NEDRISS

National Early Detection Rapid Response (EDRR) Information System

The National Early Detection Rapid Response (EDRR) Information System is an emerging online resource for invasive species information sharing and collaboration that serves as the information hub of the National EDRR Framework. This centralized network will improve access to existing and emerging information resources and expand collaboration to facilitate early detection and rapid response to...
By
Biological Threats and Invasive Species Research Program, Fort Collins Science Center
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National Early Detection Rapid Response (EDRR) Information System

The National Early Detection Rapid Response (EDRR) Information System is an emerging online resource for invasive species information sharing and collaboration that serves as the information hub of the National EDRR Framework. This centralized network will improve access to existing and emerging information resources and expand collaboration to facilitate early detection and rapid response to...
Learn More

Science and Products

  • Publications

    Establishment of the exotic invasive Cuban treefrog (Osteopilus septentrionalis) in Louisiana

    The Cuban treefrog, Osteopilus septentrionalis, is native to Cuba, the Bahamas, and the Cayman Islands, and is invasive in areas where it has been introduced and established in the Caribbean as well as Florida. Despite repeated occurrences in several states over many years, it was not believed that Cuban treefrogs had successfully established outside of Florida in the mainland United States. From
    Authors
    Brad M. Glorioso, J. Hardin Waddle, Lindy J. Muse, Nicole D. Jennings, Melanie Litton, Joel Hamilton, Steven Gergen, David Heckard
    By
    Ecosystems Mission Area, Wetland and Aquatic Research Center

    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.

  • Science
    link
    Conceptual network diagram for NEDRISS

    National Early Detection Rapid Response (EDRR) Information System

    The National Early Detection Rapid Response (EDRR) Information System is an emerging online resource for invasive species information sharing and collaboration that serves as the information hub of the National EDRR Framework. This centralized network will improve access to existing and emerging information resources and expand collaboration to facilitate early detection and rapid response to...
    By
    Biological Threats and Invasive Species Research Program, Fort Collins Science Center
    link

    National Early Detection Rapid Response (EDRR) Information System

    The National Early Detection Rapid Response (EDRR) Information System is an emerging online resource for invasive species information sharing and collaboration that serves as the information hub of the National EDRR Framework. This centralized network will improve access to existing and emerging information resources and expand collaboration to facilitate early detection and rapid response to...
    Learn More

*Disclaimer: Listing outside positions with professional scientific organizations on this Staff Profile are for informational purposes only and do not constitute an endorsement of those professional scientific organizations or their activities by the USGS, Department of the Interior, or U.S. Government