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(May 31, 2026) Field Sampling for Special Status Amphibians (SU-FSSSA)


Description

Seining  for California Red-Legged Frog & California Tiger Salamander

  • Location: Livermore, CA
  • Date & Time: May 31, 2026, 09:00-12:00
  • Cost: $0, unpaid

Work alongside experienced biologist Joe DiDonato seining two large ponds using a rope-drawn seine net, targeting red-legged frog tadpoles and California tiger salamander larvae. This hands-on field session counts toward permit hours required for a 10(a)(1)(A) incidental take permit under the ESA.


Prerequisites

  • 1–2 years experience as a practicing biologist
  • Working knowledge of CRLF and CTS species ecology
  • Familiarity with wildlife survey methods and listing status
  • Working toward ESA Section 10(a)(1)(A) take permits

Knee-high boots required · Waders optional

Content
  • Welcome
  • What to Expect
  • Waiver
  • Community Agreements
  • See You Soon
  • Ecological and Regulatory Foundation
  • Field Training Registration and Information
  • Pre-course Survey
  • Post-Course
  • Post-course Survey
  • Stay Connected
Completion rules
  • All units must be completed
  • Leads to a certificate with a duration: Forever
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