Madison Sankovitz

I’m Madison Sankovitz, an ecologist and entomologist based in Colorado. I received a BA in ecology and evolutionary biology from University of Colorado Boulder and a PhD in entomology from University of California Riverside. My research has focused on pollinators, invasive species, and the hidden biodiversity that sustains ecosystems. I’ve led field projects from high-altitude glaciers to Southeast Asian forests and am passionate about making science accessible and collaborative. I currently work as a communications specialist for the Xerces Society for Invertebrate Conservation. This Eastern Sierra project builds on my experience studying insects and environmental DNA to create a baseline of the region’s overlooked desert-floor life.

September 2025