Data and Applications
GIS Data for Wyoming and the GYE
The Merkle Reasearch Group stores freely available geospatial data for Wyoming and the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem using a cloud-like storage solution. These data are easily accessible to you using our code or data viewer.
Visit SiteDEVISE
DEVISE is a tool for researchers to easily view various metrics of gridded weather and phenology data across wildlife management areas across Rocky Mountain region.
Visit SiteMigration Mapper 3.0
Migration Mapperâ„¢ is a free application designed for researchers, biologists, and managers, to analyze fine-scale GPS collar data collected from migratory ungulates.
Visit SiteUngulate Migrations in the Western USA
Wildlife Corridors and Route Viewer mapping tool developed by the Corridor Mapping Team, which is a partnership between USGS and multiple western states and tribes
Visit SiteFence Prioritization Tool
Fence mapping and prioritization tools for improving permeadibility of big game movement.
Visit SiteAbout wildlifemovetools.org
wildlifemovetools.org is developed and maintained by the Merkle Research Group in collaboration with the Wyoming Geographic Information Science Center (WYGISC) at the University of Wyoming. We strive to advance the field of wildlife ecology and management by providing a comprehensive platform for geospatial data and applications. Our core areas of focus for this platform include:
Geospatial Visualization
We specialize in developing state-of-the-art geospatial visualization tools that empower researchers, conservationists, and land managers to gain valuable insights into wildlife movements and habitats.
Data Analytics
Through advanced data analytics, we extract valuable insights from wildlife datasets, enabling informed conservation decisions.
Accessibility
Ensure that data and science products are accessible and usable by all our partners
Coding Resources
MoveTools
R package developed by the Merkle Research Group to analyze wildlife movement data.
Visit packageDEVISER
R package to assist in processing the datasets used within the DEVISE application, developed and maintained by Albeke Lab
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