Duties will vary with the nature of each position, but will include:
  • Target species will include various turtles, snakes, salamanders, and frogs
  • Survey wetlands, water bodies, and along roads, day or night in all weather conditions
  • Capture turtles for data collection and radio-telemetry, set traps, install nest cages, monitor cameras
  • Survey for other species at risk (i.e. plants, birds) as appropriate
  • Supervise volunteers, perform public education programs about turtles and other herpetofauna
  • Assist with the operations and development of a turtle rehabilitation centre and related activities (educational resources, videos, etc)
  Duration: Varies with position, ex

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