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The University of Florida Wildlife Forensic Sciences and Conservation online graduate program addresses the global threat of wildlife crime.

Our program equips professionals with expertise in conservation and forensic science.

10/29/2026

A conservation success story is taking flight along America’s coast. 🐦

The American oystercatcher is making a comeback after nearly becoming extinct in the 20th century due to hunting and egg collecting. Thanks to a team of dedicated researchers, the population of this shorebird increased by 25% from 2008 to 2023.

So, what’s behind this remarkable comeback? From monitoring nests to protecting breeding areas, conservationists are taking proactive steps to give these birds a better chance at survival.

Want to learn more about the people and conservation efforts helping the American oystercatcher thrive? Read the full story below. 👇

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A shorebird known for its sharp, orange bill and beady eyes is making a comeback in North America thanks to a yearslong conservation effort.

10/26/2026

Program alum Aisha presenting on wildlife crime at Reef Fest!

10/22/2026

Meet Dr. Teomie Rivera-Miranda, an entomology expert and one of our Wildlife Forensic Sciences and Conservation faculty members!

Dr. Rivera-Miranda’s research has explored how commonly used insecticides can affect blow fly development, egg laying and carcass decomposition. These changes matter in forensic investigations because insect development can help inform estimates of the minimum postmortem interval, AKA the minimum amount of time that has passed since death. That knowledge is valuable in wildlife forensic investigations, where understanding decomposition and the insects associated with remains can provide important context when examining what happened to an animal.

Today, Dr. Rivera-Miranda is a certified forensic entomology technician by the American Board of Forensic Entomology, and her work extends beyond research. She teaches forensic investigation and analysis courses and has made science communication and mentorship an important part of her career.

We’re glad our students get to learn from the experience and perspective she brings to wildlife forensics. 🔬

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10/15/2026

Ready to take your passion for conservation into the field of wildlife forensics?

Whether you’re interested in investigating wildlife crime, protecting vulnerable species or applying forensic science to conservation, the UF Wildlife Forensic Sciences and Conservation program can help you build the skills to make an impact.

Choose the path that fits your goals: a master’s degree, graduate certificate or individual non-degree courses, all offered 100% online.

Don’t miss your chance to get started this spring. Apply by November 15! ⬇️

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10/08/2026

What does it take to process a wildlife crime scene? 🔎

It starts with knowing how to recognize, document and handle the evidence.

Wildlife Crime Scene Processing introduces students to the fundamentals of forensic science in wildlife investigations and explores how those skills are applied when wild animals are involved in a crime.

This course build the knowledge and hands-on techniques needed to approach wildlife crime scenes with confidence and support investigations from the field to the courtroom.

Learn more about this course and explore additional wildlife forensic courses by clicking the link below! ⬇️

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10/01/2026

What if your next degree helped you support conservation and protect endangered species? 🐘

The Wildlife Forensic Sciences and Conservation program is 100% online, offering a master’s degree, graduate certificate, and non-degree courses designed for working professionals. Looking to advance your career without pausing your life? Visit us at the CALS Career Expo Oct. 8 and find the path that fits you!

Find out more about the CALS Career Expo at the link below ⬇️

With employers representing the food, fiber, natural resources and life sciences sectors, students can expect to find opportunities for internships and permanent employment as well as representatives of graduate programs and professional schools.

09/25/2026

Former and current students - join us!

09/24/2026

Curious where a degree in wildlife forensic science could take you? 🐾

Join us online on Wednesday, September 30 at 6 p.m. ET for a virtual information session about UF’s Wildlife Forensic Sciences & Conservation graduate program with Program Director Susan Underkoffler. We’ll talk through the program, what students can expect and how this 100% online degree builds expertise in wildlife crime investigation and conservation.

If you’ve been considering the program or just want a better idea of what wildlife forensics actually looks like, this is a great place to start.

🔗 Register for the free session below.

Join us to learn more about the University of Florida's Wildlife Forensic Sciences & Conservation online graduate program!

09/21/2026

Happy National Forensic Science Week! 🔬🐾 Today we celebrate the dedicated experts who apply science to protect the wildlife that shares our world.

Whether it's a fragment of bone, a strand of fur, a water sample, or traces left at a scene, every piece of evidence helps safeguard animal populations and the ecosystems they depend on. So, take a moment to appreciate the science working quietly behind the scenes to keep our wild spaces protected!

Address

4800 SW 35th Drive
Gainesville, FL
32608

Telephone

+13522944509

Website

https://wec.ifas.ufl.edu/wildlife-forensics/

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