Fernanda Espinosa Email & Phone Number

Woodland, California, United States

Contributed to habitat restoration across the Cache Creek Nature Preserve and watershed. Collected seeds for native species, including but not limited to Hummingbird Sage, Yarrow, and Western Redbud, while implementing efficient techniques and managing detailed inventories to support restoration initiatives. Responsibilities included propagating native plants, maintaining nursery inventories and tools, and ensuring plant health to enhance biodiversity. Developed advanced plant identification skills using the Jepson eFlora plant ID key, with expertise in Central Valley flora, plant anatomy, and taxonomy. Conducted independent vegetation surveys and invasive Arundo mapping using ArcGIS, producing precise data for restoration strategies.

Winters, California, United States

Contributed to regional conservation projects through native plant propagation and nursery management at multiple sites, cultivating species such as arroyo willow, purple needle grass, and toyon. Assisted with monarch butterfly habitat restoration at Bobcat Ranch in collaboration with the Audubon Society, focusing on invasive species removal, planting native grasses, and implementing tree caging to support migratory habitats. Supported ecological recovery at the UC Davis Arboretum by preparing soil and applying hay over seeds for waterway restoration, while also enhancing trail sustainability at Stebbins Cold Canyon Reserve through erosion control and habitat protection techniques.

University Of California Santa Barbara, California, United States

Advised students on study abroad opportunities, organized informational events, created promotional materials, and provided support to ensure successful study abroad experiences.

Isla Vista, California, United States

**Also interned between 04/2024-06/2024**Assisted in the conservation of the Western Snowy Plover at Coal Oil Point Reserve by educating visitors on habitat protection, conducting population trend monitoring, and ensuring compliance with reserve guidelines. Played a key role in environmental outreach and awareness efforts, contributing to the protection and preservation of the species and its habitat.

Psychological And Brain Sciences, Psychology

Activities and Societies: Education Abroad Program InternObtained a B.S. in Psychological and Brain Sciences in June 2024 and have also.

Education record

During my semester in Florence, I had the invaluable opportunity to immerse myself in a new culture for three and a half months. My.