Ambre Chaudoin

Ambre Chaudoin

Veterinary Assistant and Wildlife Rehabber

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Fish Biologist

  • Education

    • University of California, Davis

      2004 - 2007
      B.S. Wildlife, Fish, and Conservation Biology emphasis in Marine and Coastal Conservation

      Senior project: Habitat and foraging selectivity by invertebrates links seaweed and consumer diversity in intertidal communities

    • University of Arizona

      2008 - 2013
      Master's Degree Fisheries Conservation and Management
  • Experience

    • Multiple

      Jan 1996 - Aug 2005
      Veterinary Assistant and Wildlife Rehabber

      Animal medicine and healthcare

    • University of California, Davis

      Mar 2006 - Jul 2008
      • Research Specialist - - Dr. Jay Stachowicz Lab

        Sept 2007 - Jul 2008
      • Undergraduate Research Assistant - Dr. Jay Stachowicz Lab

        Jun 2005 - Sept 2007
      • Undergraduate Research Assistant - Dr. Peter Moyle Lab

        Mar 2006 - Jun 2006
    • University of Arizona

      Jan 2011 - May 2011
      Graduate Assistant

      Ecol 182L: Introductory Biology II Lab

    • University of Arizona

      Sept 2011 - Dec 2012

      Investigated environmental factors associated with spawning in wild Devils Hole pupfish, using novel techniques for monitoring endangered fishes in ecologically sensitive environments. Advisor: Dr. Scott A. Bonar, PhD. WFSC 455L/555L: Fishery Management Lab Ecol 181L: Introductory Biology Lab

      • Graduate Student Researcher

        Jan 2008 - Dec 2012
      • Graduate Teaching Assistant

        Jan 2012 - May 2012
      • Graduate Assistant

        Sept 2011 - Dec 2011
    • AZaquaculture Solutions, Llc

      Mar 2012 - Mar 2013
      Assistant Manager and Aquarist

      Marine ornamental aquaculture

    • Great Basin Institute / US Fish and Wildlife Service

      Sept 2013 - Jul 2015
      Propagation Support Technician

      Worked with USFWS and agency partners at the Ash Meadows Fish Conservation Facility on captive propagation and management for the endangered Devils Hole pupfish. Assisted in Devils Hole pupfish husbandry. Lead biologist for development of laboratory culture techniques and monitoring plan for refuge ecosystem.

    • Death Valley National Park

      Jul 2015 - Jan 2024

      Biologist for the Death Valley NP Aquatics Program - Devils Hole Program. Research permit coordinator for Death Valley National Park, 2019-present.

      • Fish Biologist

        Dec 2022 - Jan 2024
      • Biological Science Technician - Fisheries

        Jul 2015 - Dec 2022
    • U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS)

      Jan 2024 - now
      Fish Biologist

      Ash Meadows National Wildlife RefugeDesert National Wildlife Refuge Complex

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Scientific Diver; Tec Cave Diver

      AAUS, NAUI, TDI, YMCA, PADI
  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Ambre Chaudoin
      Best Student Paper Western Division American Fisheries Society Nov 2012 Using video to investigate relationships between environmental conditions and spawning behavior in Devils Hole pupfish. Annual Student Colloquium, Western Division of the American Fisheries Society. Tucson, AZ, November 1–3, 2012.
    • Awarded to Ambre Chaudoin
      Best Student Paper Arizona/New Mexico Chapter of the American Fisheries Society Feb 2012 Using remote systems to assess relationships between environmental conditions and reproductive behavior in Devils Hole pupfish. 45th Joint Annual Meeting of the Arizona/New Mexico Chapters of The Wildlife Society and American Fisheries Society. Phoenix, AZ, February 2–4, 2012.
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Fisheries and Wildlife partner

      Issued by USFWS, NPS, Nevada Department of Wildlife on Aug 2013
      USFWS, NPS, Nevada Department of WildlifeAssociated with Ambre Chaudoin
    • Fisheries Volunteer

      Issued by Sonoran Institute on Nov 2012
      Sonoran InstituteAssociated with Ambre Chaudoin
    • Fisheries Volunteer

      Issued by University of Arizona on Apr 2011
      University of ArizonaAssociated with Ambre Chaudoin
    • Field Volunteer

      Issued by Arizona Game and Fish Department on Sept 2012
      Arizona Game and Fish DepartmentAssociated with Ambre Chaudoin
    • Fisheries Volunteer

      Issued by Bureau of Land Management on Oct 2012
      Bureau of Land ManagementAssociated with Ambre Chaudoin
    • Field Volunteer

      Issued by Sky Island Alliance on Sept 2012
      Sky Island AllianceAssociated with Ambre Chaudoin
    • Animal Keeper Intern

      Issued by Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum on Aug 2010
      Arizona-Sonora Desert MuseumAssociated with Ambre Chaudoin