Our dhole pack is showing a healthy presence; we had multiple photos at most camera locations. The clouded leopard is an outstanding bonus.
This month took an unexpected turn because I lost my research visa due to a stamping error when I last re-entered the country. Despite two full days lost waiting in lines and politely arguing my point at the immigration office, I ended up having to leave Thailand for a couple of days to apply for a tourist visa. I now have a 60 day visa while I wait for my research permit extension (potentially 1-2 months) and then I can apply for a new research visa.
November 24-27 I participated in a workshop on the small mammalian carnivores of Thailand. It was an excellent exchange of information between researchers and conservationists involved in monitoring illegal wildlife trade. We spent hours checking the identification of species in camera trap photos and I learned to better distinguish mongooses, otters, and fishing cats. The group identified research priorities for groups of species and we discussed appropriate sampling and ways to increase data collection on the small carnivores for researchers who are currently using camera traps. The organizers brought together camera trap datasets from throughout Thailand. I will be able to access this collection to conduct a nationwide habitat-suitability model for dholes. I also plan to research the historical records for canids in Thailand now that I have tips on where to start my search.
At the end of the month Baa Jii (“Yaai”), my cook, gossip connection, and primary friend at the sanctuary passed away. I am now setting myself up to be a bit more isolated and on my own for food.
In December I will focus on tracking 4 GPS collars on roaming domestic dogs. I am *still* working on manuscript edits for a paper on the results of camera trapping in Khao Yai National Park. Plus, this week I will finalize edits from reviewer comments on a short large-spotted civet note. I also volunteered to help write up the strategy document that will be an outcome of the small mammal workshop. We hope to have the meeting proceedings finalized by Dec. 27th.
This month took an unexpected turn because I lost my research visa due to a stamping error when I last re-entered the country. Despite two full days lost waiting in lines and politely arguing my point at the immigration office, I ended up having to leave Thailand for a couple of days to apply for a tourist visa. I now have a 60 day visa while I wait for my research permit extension (potentially 1-2 months) and then I can apply for a new research visa.
November 24-27 I participated in a workshop on the small mammalian carnivores of Thailand. It was an excellent exchange of information between researchers and conservationists involved in monitoring illegal wildlife trade. We spent hours checking the identification of species in camera trap photos and I learned to better distinguish mongooses, otters, and fishing cats. The group identified research priorities for groups of species and we discussed appropriate sampling and ways to increase data collection on the small carnivores for researchers who are currently using camera traps. The organizers brought together camera trap datasets from throughout Thailand. I will be able to access this collection to conduct a nationwide habitat-suitability model for dholes. I also plan to research the historical records for canids in Thailand now that I have tips on where to start my search.
At the end of the month Baa Jii (“Yaai”), my cook, gossip connection, and primary friend at the sanctuary passed away. I am now setting myself up to be a bit more isolated and on my own for food.
In December I will focus on tracking 4 GPS collars on roaming domestic dogs. I am *still* working on manuscript edits for a paper on the results of camera trapping in Khao Yai National Park. Plus, this week I will finalize edits from reviewer comments on a short large-spotted civet note. I also volunteered to help write up the strategy document that will be an outcome of the small mammal workshop. We hope to have the meeting proceedings finalized by Dec. 27th.
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