Uploaded July 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Join wildlife biologists from the Oregon and Washington Departments of Fish and Wildlife as they continue a multi‑state effort to better understand the Washington ground squirrel. This project focuses on surveying historic colony sites across the Columbia Plateau and collecting genetic samples from squirrels in the Boardman Grasslands and Lindsay Prairie Preserve. These data will help reveal patterns of genetic diversity, identify isolated populations, and guide future conservation actions for this endangered species in Oregon.
This video highlights the 2026 field season (year two of the study), including spring survey methods, live‑trapping protocols, genetic sample collection, and the broader goals of improving conservation outcomes for Washington ground squirrels.
Join wildlife biologists from the Oregon and Washington Departments of Fish and Wildlife as they continue a multi‑state effort to better understand the Washington ground squirrel. This project focuses on surveying historic colony sites across the Columbia Plateau and collecting genetic samples from squirrels in the Boardman Grasslands and Lindsay Prairie Preserve. These data will help reveal patterns of genetic diversity, identify isolated populations, and guide future conservation actions for this endangered species in Oregon.
This video highlights the 2026 field season (year two of the study), including spring survey methods, live‑trapping protocols, genetic sample collection, and the broader goals of improving conservation outcomes for Washington ground squirrels.
