Research Interests

I am passionate about socio-ecological research relating to wildlife conservation and finding equitable and community-centered solutions to human-wildlife conflict.

With an undergraduate background in both ecology and perspectives research, I am interested in working to develop: 1) just community-engagement and collaboration practices for wildlife management and 2) science-based management strategies that balance biodiversity preservation with human needs. I hope to contribute to projects that will ultimately foster coexistence and make a tangible difference for wildlife and the communities that share their landscapes.

Current Work

Exploring economic & socio-cultural benefits of avitourism in Colombia

Britannica

Photo: Britannica

UCSC Conservation Ecology Lab

Investigating mange within Bay Area coyotes through iNaturalist

Photo: iNaturalist

UCSC Coastal Connections Lab

UCSC Campus Natural Reserves Field Researcher - Biodiversity Monitoring on Younger Ranch

UCSC Natural Reserve System