Sample interview questions: Have you ever conducted studies on reptile or amphibian responses to invasive species? If so, provide details.
Sample answer:
- Conducted field studies to investigate the impact of the invasive cane toad (Rhinella marina) on native amphibian populations in Australia.
- Examined changes in amphibian community structure and abundance in areas where the cane toad has invaded, compared to areas where it is absent.
- Quantified the predatory impact of the cane toad on native amphibian species, measuring predation rates and analyzing stomach contents.
- Assessed the role of habitat modification and resource competition in mediating the interactions between the cane toad and native amphibians.
- Collaborated with ecologists and conservation biologists to develop strategies for managing the cane toad invasion and mitigating its impact on native amphibian p… Read full answer