Horticulturist and Certified Arborist, for University of Maryland Arboretum and Botanical Gardens in College Park, MD. I have an educational background in Wildlife Ecology and am particularly passionate about increasing ecological value and and awareness for insects and other wildlife in public spaces.

If you spend much time outdoors at UMD, consider joining our UMD Campus Biodiversity Project.

Previously Vegetation Management Coordinator / Botanist for Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) in Prince George's County, MD.

I have a background in wildlife and plant ecology with broad interests in native plants, trees, invasive species, species identification, wetlands, and improving the ecological value of human-managed landscapes. Particularly interested in the flora of Maryland and the Mid-Atlantic.

iNaturalist is a remarkable place to be learning together about ecology. I look back at my identifications from several years ago and I see how much I and others have learned over time through iNaturalist discussions. The knowledge a person can gain by being a part of this community is invaluable!

https://www.linkedin.com/in/mcellis/

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