Research interests

My research interests lie primarily in behavioural ecology, with a particular emphasis on the application of animal behaviour to wildlife management. In South Africa, my work focused on the reintroduction ecology of large carnivores and the behavioural interactions between large carnivores and large herbivores. Since relocating to New Zealand, I have expanded my research to include the behaviour of invasive mammalian predators and its application to predator control and management.

Alongside my research, I have worked extensively with non-governmental organisations in New Zealand on conservation education. These experiences have deepened my interest in the social dimensions of wildlife management, including how human values, perceptions, and behaviours shape conservation outcomes.