The Great Plains Reptile Monitoring Project is testing a standardized, probability-based survey that would enable monitoring of terrestrial reptile populations in native habitats.  The project initiated in 2013 to compare standardized visual encounter surveys for landscape-scale monitoring of terrestrial reptile populations.  We are currently analyzing data collected between 2013-2016, and expect to complete manuscripts to submit for peer-reviewed publication in 2017-2018.
 
*We are interested in collaborating to replicate similar methods in other arid / semi-arid environments - please contact Danny Martin if you are interested in discussing options! ​
Update 7 Dec. 2018:
Danny's dissertation seminar took place on 3 Dec. 2018. A link to the recorded seminar will be posted soon! 

Danny has accepted a job in Arizona and will begin work there in early 2019.

Reptile Monitoring

The Great Plains Reptile Monitoring Project collects data that will inform conservation of native reptiles into the future. We use robust sampling methods that are field-tested and scientifically defensible.  

Volunteer!

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A Texas Horned Lizard detected by an observer in the Panhandle region of Texas (Photo : D. Martin).
How can you contribute to 
reptile conservation?

Photo Identification

This project investigates the viability of photographs of reptiles as a less-invasive technique to identify individuals for future population monitoring efforts.  

Select an image below to learn more about how you can help us learn more about horned lizard and box turtle populations using georeferenced photographs...