Shannon Mindeman has over six years of professional experience working as a wildlife biologist and is well-versed in environmental science, ecology, and evolutionary biology. Shannon holds an M.S. in biology from San Diego State University where she performed her masters research on the spotted towhee. Shannon conducts protocol surveys for southern California special-status species including burrowing owl, least Bell’s vireo, and coastal California gnatcatcher; performs biological monitoring; monitors vernal pool restoration projects; and aids clients in the preparation of technical reports for compliance with federal, state, and local environmental laws and regulations.