Amida Verhey,

Thesis:

Impacts of the Dixie Fire on Mammalian Carnivore Interactions

Amida (Ami) grew up in Lake County, CA, and graduated from UC Davis with a B.S. in Environmental Science and Management (concentration in Ecology, Biodiversity, and Conservation). During his time there, he researched the impacts of urban development and interference competition of coyotes on gray fox space use in the Santa Monica Mountains. Prior to starting his M.S. at Cal Poly Humboldt, he worked for the California Department of Fish and Wildlife in Lake and Streambed Alteration permitting in the Bay Area and Greater Los Angeles. His thesis research will examine the impacts of the Dixie Fire on interactions between mammalian carnivores in Lassen National Forest to uncover mechanisms that drive wildlife responses to fire. During his free time, he likes to stroll through nature, mix music, eat delicious food, and play games with friends.