Description: Wildlife use of constructed wetlands has been recognized as a co-benefit. By exploring Trumpeter Swan use of these wetlands across the state, we aim to identify design and management characteristics that support both needs of improving surface water quality and enhancing wetlands for a recovering wildlife species in Iowa.

Author: Jayden Jech

Author Bio: Jayden Jech is a graduate student of Wildlife Ecology in the Department of Natural Resource Ecology and Management at Iowa State University studying bird use of constructed water quality wetlands in Iowa. Jayden is a certified Associate Wildlife Biologist with experience spanning government, nonprofit, and academic sectors.