Research Interests

From a young age, I’ve always been interested in the world around me and the beautiful flora and fauna it has to offer. I grew up watching David Attenborough, collecting wildlife magazines and being in constant fascination of animals which provoked my original plan to study veterinary science. During my first year at UQ, I quickly realised my passion for animal physiology and behaviour so instead chose to complete my Bachelor of Science majoring in Zoology and Ecology.

Throughout my degree I was fortunate to participate in many field ecology trips, including to Fraser Island and Idalia National Park in central Queensland, which ignited my passion for field research. I was also extremely lucky to be able to volunteer in South Africa where I worked on a conservation farm, relocating white lions from hunting facilities to protected areas. The experience was incredibly unique, and it opened my eyes to the reality of animal welfare and conservation in a very different part of the world. All of these experiences have developed my deep love for both travel and animals. I completed my degree in 2017 and was keen to continue my studies which lead me to the Wilson Performance Lab. My honours project will be focussed on the performance of Northern Quolls in different environments on Groote Eylandt.

My long-term plan is basically to not have a long-term plan; instead to seize opportunities as they arise and continue to study the things I feel most passionate about. I am extremely excited to study quoll performance on Groote Eylandt for my honours project this year and feel very fortunate to be a part of the Wilson Performance Lab. Below are some of my favourite photography moments......