Volunteer needed to assist with sign survey for jaguar conservation project in the Paraguayan Chaco. Surveys will take place in and around Chaco Defensores National Park starting October 20-24 and last for 2 weeks. The goals of the project include: (1) evaluating the threat to jaguars in the region, (2) estimating jaguar population size and sex ratio, and (3) determining regional population structure and dispersal for cats in the region.A Bachelor’s of Science in biology, natural resources management, wildlife biology, or a related field is preferred. Experience conducting surveys for large mammal sign and a conversational knowledge of Spanish is a plus, but not absolutely necessary. The field site is extremely remote and conditions can be difficult, so field durability is a must. Long hours are the rule, so long as daily conditions permit. Volunteers are responsible for their own international travel and visa arrangements and are required to contribute $1000 to help defer in-country project costs. All in-country logistics will be arranged by the project’s field coordinator.
Chaco Defensores National Park is a true wilderness area. It is remote, nearly impenetrable, and represents a significant portion of a unique, endangered semi-arid thorn forest ecoregion called the Chaco. Extensive daily travel in this region will afford you an unparalleled opportunity of seeing not only many elusive South American wildlife species, but even the jaguar itself.
This is a unique chance to participate in an important conservation project, as well as develop important field skills for a career in conservation and wildlife research. Moreover, it is a rare opportunity to gain valuable experience working internationally. To apply, please send your resume to: species01@gmail.com, or email for additional information.
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Contact: Anthony J. Giordano, Email: species01@gmail.com