Julian Avery

Assistant Research Professor

Julian Avery

Research Summary

Conservation biology, invasive species ecology, effects of human disturbance on biodiversity, illegal reptilian wildlife trade, animal coloration and the ecology of visual signals.

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Color Temperature Pregnancy Canopy Lizards History Plastics Lizard Bird Predation Habitats Habitat North America Immune Response Timber Trade Off Indicator Reptiles Heat Predation Risk Sexual Conflict Testosterone Plumage Predators Predator

Most Recent Publications

Leilton W. Luna, Lisa M. Williams, Kenneth Duren, Reina Tyl, David P.L. Toews, Julian D. Avery, 2023, Molecular Ecology on p. 5498-5513

Braulio A. Assis, Julian D. Avery, Ryan L. Earley, Tracy Langkilde, 2022, Frontiers in Endocrinology

B. A. Assis, J. D. Avery, R. L. Earley, T. Langkilde, 2022, Integrative Organismal Biology

K. J. MacLeod, L. Naugle, Margaret Brittingham-Brant, J. D. Avery, 2022, Journal of Zoology

Shannon L. White, Michael S. Eackles, Tyler Wagner, Megan Schall, Geoff Smith, Julian Avery, David C. Kazyak, 2021, BMC Research Notes

Braulio A. Assis, Julian D. Avery, Catherine Tylan, Heather I. Engler, Ryan L. Earley, Tracy Langkilde, 2021, Ecology and Evolution on p. 7647-7659

Julian Avery, Danielle Williams, J Avery, T Gabrielson, M Brittingham-Brant, Margaret Brittingham, 2021, Ornithological Applications on p. 1-11

It's OK to feed wild birds - here are some tips for doing it the right way

Julian Avery, 2020,

You’re not going far from home – and neither are the animals you spy out your window

Julian Avery, 2020,

Mark W. Herr, Julian D. Avery, Tracy Langkilde, Christopher Howey, 2020, Journal of Herpetology on p. 196-205

Most-Cited Papers

James J. Gilroy, Julian D. Avery, Julie L. Lockwood, 2017, Conservation Letters on p. 238-247

Evaluating the long-term effectiveness of terrestrial protected areas: a 40-year look at forest bird diversity

Jeffrey A. Brown, Julie L. Lockwood, Julian D. Avery, J. Curtis Burkhalter, Kevin Aagaard, Katherine H. Fenn, 2019, Biodiversity and Conservation on p. 811-826

B. A. Assis, Benjamin Jarrett, Gabe Koscky, Tracy Lee Langkilde, Julian Avery, 2020, PLoS One

Seabird longline bycatch reduction devices increase target catch while reducing bycatch: A meta-analysis

Julian D. Avery, Kevin Aagaard, J. C. Burkhalter, Orin J. Robinson, 2017, Journal for Nature Conservation on p. 37-45

Julian Avery, Danielle Williams, J Avery, T Gabrielson, M Brittingham-Brant, Margaret Brittingham, 2021, Ornithological Applications on p. 1-11

Braulio A. Assis, Julian D. Avery, Catherine Tylan, Heather I. Engler, Ryan L. Earley, Tracy Langkilde, 2021, Ecology and Evolution on p. 7647-7659

Mark W. Herr, Julian D. Avery, Tracy Langkilde, Christopher Howey, 2020, Journal of Herpetology on p. 196-205

Avian use of isolated cottonwood, tamarisk, and residential patches of habitat during migration on the high plains of New Mexico

Gregory S. Keller, Julian D. Avery, 2014, Southwestern Naturalist on p. 263-271

Contemporary divergence of island bird plumage

Julian D. Avery, Phillip Cassey, Julie L. Lockwood, 2014, Journal of Avian Biology on p. 291-295

Introduction history, impacts, and management of house sparrows in North America

Julian D. Avery, Julie L. Lockwood, 2017, on p. 359-384

News Articles Featuring Julian Avery

Why Mister Grouse Is the Friendliest Bird in the Forest

About Grouse birds

Ruffed grouse population more resilient than expected, genetic study finds

Despite decades of decline, a genetic analysis of ruffed grouse reveals that Pennsylvania’s state bird harbors more genetic diversity and connectivity than expected.

By ‘helping’ wild animals, you could end their freedom or even their lives – here’s why you should keep your distance

For anyone who enjoys nature, summer is a fascinating time to be outside. Animals are on the move: Turtles are nesting, baby birds are testing their wings, snakes are foraging and young mammals are emerging.

Pennsylvania is home to 3 types of venomous snakes. Here’s how to spot them.

In summer it’s not uncommon to find a snake or two curled up under your porch or around your woodpile. But there’s no need to call in the cavalry, nearly all of Pennsylvania’s 21 species of snakes are harmless.

Ecology Institute announces grant recipients

The Ecology Institute has awarded 11 proposals from across the University as part of its Flower Grant program, including five projects submitted by faculty at Commonwealth Campuses.

Sunnier but riskier

Conservation efforts that open up the canopy of overgrown habitat for threatened timber rattlesnakes — whose venom is used in anticoagulants and other medical treatments — are beneficial to snakes but could come at a cost, according to a new study by researchers at Penn State and the University of Scranton.

Keeping tabs on neighborhood wildlife may hook you on all the action

Watching wildlife outside your window can boost your mental well-being, and it’s something lots of people have been doing a lot more of lately.

Expert-approved ways to feed all your favorite birds

The cardinals and hummingbirds will appreciate it, as will the hawks and the crows.

Top Tips for Feeding Wild Birds

It’s OK to feed wild birds. Here are some tips for doing it the right way from a wildlife ecologist.

It's OK to feed wild birds – here are some tips for doing it the right way

Millions of Americans enjoy feeding and watching backyard birds. Many people make a point of putting food out in winter, when birds needs extra energy, and spring, when many species build nests and raise young.