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Russell A. Wright

Associate Professor & Extension Specialist

School of Fisheries, Aquaculture & Aquatic Sciences

(334) 844-9311 

  wrighr2@auburn.edu 

  

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Address:
313 Swingle Hall
Auburn Univ, AL 36849

Biography

EDUCATION

  • 1993 Ph.D. – Zoology, University of Wisconsin – Madison
  • 1989 M.S. – Zoology, North Carolina State University
  • 1983 B.A. – Biology, University of North Carolina – Asheville, Summa Cum Laude

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

1997- present Extension Specialist – Alabama Cooperative Extension System, Auburn University
2002-present Associate Professor –School of Fisheries, Aquaculture, and Aquatic Sciences, Auburn University
1997-2002 Assistant Professor/Extension Specialist – Department of Fisheries and Allied Aquacultures, Auburn University
1993-1997 Post-doctoral Research Associate – The Ohio State University Fellowship, Aquatic Ecology Laboratory,
The Ohio State University
Spring 1992 Visiting Lecturer, Introductory Fisheries Science – Department of Wildlife and Fisheries,
School of Natural Resources, University of Vermont

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS

  • American Fisheries Society
  • Alabama Chapter of the American Fisheries Society
  • Association of Natural Resources Extension Professionals

Research

My research focuses on the basic understanding and application of ecological principles and mechanisms that shape aquatic communities and ecosystems. I work primarily with fishes and fisheries in small impoundments, larger reservoirs, rivers, and estuaries. I currently have projects throughout the state.

Courses

RECENT COURSES TAUGHT

  • FISH 5510 & 6510 — Fisheries Biology and Management
  • FISH 5520 & 6520 — Management of Small Impoundments

Publications

For a list of my publications, please see my Google Scholar Profile.

EXTENSION ACTIVITIES

As an Extension Specialist / Associate Professor I lead Extension programming in the area of fisheries and aquatic sciences. I focus on pond management, recreational fisheries, aquatic conservation, and youth engagement. Listed below are links to some of my Extension products.

Internet Resources & Social media:

Extension Publications:

Wright R.A. 2022. Recreational Fish Pond Management in Alabama https://www.aces.edu/blog/topics/fish-water/management-of-recreational-fish-ponds/ 

Walton, B., E. Brantley, and R. Wright. 2018. Alabama Aquatic Nuisance Species Series: Amazonian Apple Snail. ANR-2130 Alabama Cooperative Extension System. https://www.aces.edu/blog/topics/aquatic-invasive-species/alabama-aquatic-nuisance-species-amazonian-apple-snail/ 

Wright, R.A. and C. Reeves. 2018. Freshwater Clams and Mussels Filter Feeders that Can Cause Problems in Your Pond. ANR-1340 Alabama Cooperative Extension System. https://www.aces.edu/blog/topics/fisheries/freshwater-clams-and-mussels/ 

Wright, R., M. Bransby, and S. Bartlett. 2019. Online relative weight calculator. ANR-2039. Alabama Cooperative Extension System. https://www.aces.edu/blog/topics/fish-water/fish-relative-weight-calculator/ 

Wright, R.A. 2022. Using Grass Carp to Control Weeds in Alabama Ponds. ANR-452. Alabama Cooperative Extension System https://www.aces.edu/blog/topics/fish-water/using-grass-carp-to-control-weeds-in-alabama-ponds/ 

Wright, R.A. 2024. Adding Agricultural Lime to Recreational Fishing Ponds. ANR-232. Alabama Cooperative Extension System. https://www.aces.edu/blog/topics/fish-water/adding-agricultural-lime-to-recreational-fishing-ponds/

Wright, R.A. 2000. Relative weight: an easy-to-measure index of fish condition. ANR-1193. Alabama Cooperative Extension System. https://www.aces.edu/blog/topics/fish-water/relative-weight-an-easy-to-measure-index-of-fish-condition/ 

Wright, R.A., C. Hyde, and P. Oaks. 2022. Pond Building: A Guide to Planning, Constructing & Maintaining Recreational Ponds. ANR-1114 https://www.aces.edu/blog/topics/fisheries/pond-building-a-guide-to-planning-constructing-maintaining-recreational-ponds/ 

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