Christine Moffitt
College of Natural Resources
Department of Fish & Wildlife
Professor
Assistant Unit Leader, Idaho Cooperative Fish and Wildlife Research Unit
Campus Locations: Moscow
With UI Since 1981
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Ph.D., Fisheries Biology
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University of Massachusetts, Amherst
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B.A. Smith College, Biological Sciences, 1973
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University of California, Santa Cruz, Biology 1969
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Aquatic biology
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Effects of altered ecosystems on the aquatic populations within them
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Studies of emerging diseases
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Physiological stress
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Understanding and quantifying the fate and risks of introduced and invasive species in ecosystems
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Understanding the risks and benefits of fish culture and aquaculture in natural resources
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Sustainable Aquaculture
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Habitat Assessments
I have been a practicing professional in aquatic and fisheries biology for several decades and enjoy working on research and with students. I have served on the graduate committees of more than 50 students enrolled at the University of Idaho. I enjoy the challenging research in fisheries science and the perspective of the ecosystem. I was born in Southern California and have always been interested and engaged in outdoor activities. My personal interest in aquatic biology was kindled when I was an undergraduate student in Northern California. I have been lucky to find good academic mentors throughout my career. Aside from my work, I enjoy fishing, gardening, live music and drama.
- Moffitt, C. M. and C. A. James. 2012. Seasonal dynamics of Potamopyrgus antipodarum infestations in heavily used recreational watershed in intermountain North America. Aquatic Invasions 7: 193-202.
- Anlauf, K. A., and C. M. Moffitt. 2010. Modelling of landscape variables at multiple extents to predict fine sediments and suitable habitat for Tubifex tubifex in a stream system. Freshwater Biology 55: 794–805.
- Cassinelli, J. and C. M. Moffitt. 2010. Growth and physiology of selected desert and montane adapted populations of redband trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss gairdneri). Transactions of the American Fisheries Society 139:339–352.
- Bruce, R. L., and C. M. Moffitt. 2010. Quantifying risks of volitional consumption of New Zealand mudsnails by steelhead and rainbow trout. Aquaculture Research 41:552-558
- Haro, A. J., K. L. Smith, R. A. Rulifson, C.M. Moffitt, R. J. Klauda, M. J. Dadswell, R. A. Cunjak, J. E. Cooper, K. L. Beal, and T. S. Avery, editors. 2009. Challenges for diadromous fishes in a dynamic environment. Symposium 66. American Fisheries Society, Bethesda. MD.
- Bruce, R. L., C. M. Moffitt, and B. Dennis. 2008. Survival and passage of ingested New Zealand mudsnails through the intestinal tract of rainbow trout. Submitted to North American Journal of Aquaculture.
- Colvin, M. E., and C. M. Moffitt. 2008. Evaluation of irrigation canal networks to assess stream connectivity in a watershed. River Research and Applications.
- Cajas Cano, L., and C. M. Moffitt. 2008. Comparing Footprints of Trout and Beef Production. World Aquaculture 39 (3): 10-13; 70-72.
* See CV for full list of publications, awards and projects.
- Mentor, Water footprints and sustainability. Water of the West REU student intern, Anthony Lopez. 2008.
- Hoist Student mentor research on invasive species, Kristine Atto. June – July 2008.
- Control of New Zealand Mudsnails in Hatcheries. 1.5 d workshop, Hagerman Fish Culture Experiment Station, and Hagerman National Fish Hatchery, 13-14 May 2008.
- Summer Intern mentor. Research Experience for Undergraduates, National Science Foundation. One undergraduate intern, Kala Hamilton. 2007.
- Control of NZMS in Hatcheries. Workshop for Interested Partners. Sponsored by USFWS, and U of Idaho Coop Research Unit. 4-5 May 2006.
- AFS Enhancement of Value Retreat, 8 September, Lake Placid. American Fisheries Society Governing Board Retreat Leader. 2006.
- American Fisheries Society's Emmeline Moore Prize for career achievement in the promotion of demographic diversity, September 2010.
- US Geological Survey Headquarters Diversity Award, October 2009.
- Idaho Chapter American Fisheries Society, Outstanding Mentor Award, 2008-09.
- College of Natural Resources, Outstanding Advisor. 2008.
- University of Idaho, Candidate for U of Idaho Supervisor of the Year – Human Resources.
- University of Idaho Alumni Award for Excellence as Mentor for Outstanding Graduate Student John Cassinell, 2007.
- USGS, Star Award, For maintaining active research and outreach programs, 2006.
