This research investigates the diversity and behaviour of zooplankton around Rangitāhua, Aotearoa New Zealand. By combining microscopy and underwater acoustics, it identifies species and tracks their daily vertical migrations. The findings will improve understanding of marine ecosystems, climate change impacts, and support Ngāti Kuri's stewardship of this culturally significant region.

Using honeybee communication and disease defense as a framework, this research explores how early warning signals can improve wildlife conservation. By examining indicators of ecosystem health, climate-driven parasite dynamics, and preventative monitoring strategies, it argues that detecting subtle ecological changes early is essential for protecting biodiversity and ecosystem resilience.

This research examines how different sea turtle species uniquely shape marine ecosystems through their feeding behaviors. Studying green, loggerhead, and Kemp’s ridley turtles along Florida’s Gulf Coast, the work reveals species-specific ecological functions involving seagrass grazing, sediment mixing, and food web interactions that contribute to ecosystem resilience and coastal conservation.