Herpetologist David Wake, who warned the world about amphibian declines, died April 29, 2021.
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Research
Scientists from around the world conduct field research in the protected landscapes of the Natural Reserve System on topics ranging from climate change to endangered species to habitat restoration.
Teaching
Visiting a reserve brings textbook lessons about the natural world to life. Students and teachers flock to reserves from the University of California and institutions around the globe.
Public Service
From hosting school field trips, to organizing scientific lecture series, to welcoming the public for weekend classes, NRS reserves benefit California communities.
News and Highlights
UC Irvine Natural Reserves: Using science to serve nature
UC Irvine’s three NRS reserves host researchers, students and volunteers addressing ecological challenges.
Wildfires and flooding trigger black abalone rescue effort
UC scientists have launched an effort to capture these endangered mollusks in areas where sediments from floods threaten to suffocate populations.