David Jachowski

a man, Jachowski, with binoculars leaning over a downed tree in a forest
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David Jachowski

Professor of wildlife ecology, Department of Forestry and Environmental Conservation – College of Agriculture, Forestry and Life Sciences; Director of the Clemson Boone and Crockett University Program
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At A Glance

From protecting and recovering endangered species to managing predators in our own backyards, wildlife conservation affects the animals, landscapes and communities around us. David Jachowski, Ph.D., a wildlife conservation scientist, can provide insight on endangered-species recovery, wildlife restoration, carnivore ecology and the management of mammals in the Southeast, including how science informs conservation policy and practice.

“Conservation works best when it's grounded in sound science and built through collaboration. Our goal is to develop solutions that benefit both wildlife and the people who share these landscapes.”

Bio

David Jachowski’s research focuses on applied wildlife ecology and restoration, with an emphasis on mammals and endangered species. His work has advanced the recovery and management of species ranging from elk, white-tailed deer and black bears to bobcats, spotted skunks, bats and other imperiled mammals. Through collaborations with state and federal agencies, nonprofit organizations and local communities, he evaluates the effectiveness of wildlife-recovery efforts and develops practical strategies for restoring species and their habitats.

Before joining Clemson in 2014, Jachowski spent a decade as a wildlife biologist with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and previously served as a Peace Corps volunteer in the Philippines, where he worked with local communities to promote sustainable hunting practices, ecotourism and endangered-species protection. Those experiences helped shape his approach to conservation, which emphasizes both ecological science and stakeholder engagement.

Highlights

  • Endangered-species recovery
  • Wildlife restoration and reintroduction
  • Mammal ecology and management
  • Carnivore conservation
  • Conservation policy and planning

Degrees, Institutions

  • Ph.D. in wildlife science, University of Missouri
  • M.S. in wildlife science, University of Missouri
  • B.A. in wildlife biology, University of Montana