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UCSB Natural History Collection News
CCBER has one of a few specimens of a giant sphinx moth from Mexico that has begun to be found in Santa Barbara. Read more about the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History's study of the moth's occurrence and how citizens can help.
Botanist Gregory Wahlert, Ph.D., is CCBER’s newest staff addition and has already begun his duties as Research Botanist and Collections Manager.
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NCOS Thanks You
What a year it has been! Looking back on 2019, the overwhelming support of the community is what we remember most. As we look forward to the construction of several North Campus Open Space public amenities such as the visitors’ plaza, discovery trail and overlooks, we would like to take this opportunity to honor the many donors that have provided foundational support. Read more here about some of the many people who have helped make NCOS possible and are ensuring the project and site will persist long into the future.
Predators and Prey at NCOS
American Kestrel - Photo by Mark Bright
Interactions between predators and prey at NCOS are being studied and are in turn informing management decisions. Read on to learn about how you can help keep predator-prey interactions healthy.
NCOS Vegetation Update: The Restoration Evidence Is In
CCBER's restoration team recently completed the second year of vegetation monitoring at NCOS. Check out how the coverage and diversity of native species is expanding, as well as updates on the planting numbers and more.
2nd Annual NCOS vs. COPR Bird Survey Roundup
Fall is here, and that means it's the time of year when we review and tally up our bird survey data from the last 12 months. Check out the results for NCOS and COPR, and learn about the Pacific Flyway Shorebird Survey!
North Campus Open Space Restoration Project
NCOS News - February 2020
Updates & Events - Visitor Plaza update and stories about wetland hydrology and the return of Ventura marsh milk-vetch.
Volunteer Opportunities - Come plant the NCOS Mesa this Saturday, February 8th, 9:30-12! or join us anytime - email ncos@ccber.ucsb.edu
Community Forum and Photos - video of a red fox on the Mesa, and a variety of great bird photos.
Volunteer & Internship Opportunities
CCBER has many volunteer and internship opportunities in restoration ecology, natural history collections management and biological research.
