I am a research biologist with a strong understanding on the ecology and behaviour of birds that inhabit grassland ecosystems. Animal tracking has been central in my research for studying their movements and behaviours. Some of my areas of interest, which are primarily intended to inform conservation practices, include the use and selection of habitats, the effects of climate change, breeding behaviour, migration patterns, and population dynamics.

I am an ecologist passionate about biodiversity conservation and bird ecology. My research focuses on how birds interact with human activities, especially those brought on by agriculture and infrastructures. I am specifically interested on species distribution and abundance, individual survival, and habitat connectivity, and how this knowledge can be applied to enhance species conservation.

I am a naturalist scientist with a background in theoretical and applied aspects of conservation science. I have also experience in testing statistical methods and connectivity approaches for multiple or single wildlife species across various European habitats. Currently I am interested in steppe habitat and associated species within the Iberian Peninsula, utilizing remote sensing to optimize spatial conservation plans. Strong advocate for interdisciplinary ecological approaches to wildlife conservation.

I am researcher interested in ecology, behaviour and conservation, mainly with birds. I have been focusing my research on steppe birds and did my PhD with the lesser kestrel (Falco naumanni) and the roller (Coracias garrulus), namely regarding species interactions and artificial nests. I am very interest in movement ecology, space use and how research can provide recommendations for evidence-based conservation.

Currently I am particularly interested in studying the reproductive biology, movements and population dynamic of steppe birds and large birds of prey. Studying threats affecting these populations, the effects of habitat modification, and predation are my main focus, as well as applying this knowledge to the development of conservation measures to improve the conservation status of these species.

I am a biologist with a particular interest in the interface between conservation biology and ecological modelling, with a special focus on finding solutions to conflicts between people and wildlife. In my current PhD dissertation, I combine ecological modelling with high-quality environmental data to examine the effects of agricultural intensification on highly threatened vertebrate species with different ecological requirements.

I am a biologist specializing in the conservation, management, and restoration of biodiversity, with a strong passion for ornithology. My professional career has focused on the study of birds from various perspectives, always with ecological and conservation goals in mind. Currently, I am very interested in movement ecology, where I am involved in both technical and scientific work, aiming to understand the breeding ecology, migratory behaviours and threats faced by birds inhabiting the Iberian steppes.

I am a biologist passionate about bird ecology, wildlife conservation, and evolution. My research focus on understanding how two farmland bird species from Iberia, the pin-tailed and the black-bellied sandgrouse, cope with changes in their habitat, mostly caused by agricultural intensification. I am specifically interested in the factors influencing their distribution, abundance, and breeding success, as well as understanding their diet and how populations are connected within the Peninsula.

I’m a biologist with a deep interest in behaviour, ecology and conservation, enthused by the intricate relationships that shape ecosystems, their interactions, how they are affected, particularly how environmental factors influence animal behaviour and its dynamics. In that sense, my PhD will focus on how climate warming affects reproductive success of endangered steppe birds, resorting to spatial, physiological and behavioural parameters, and applying biophysical models. I hope with this work to improve conservation guidelines by elucidating the factors impacting breeding success, mortality differentials and habitat selection through a methodology with minimal disturbance to natural ecosystems.

I am a biologist with a MsC in Biodiversity, Genetics and Evolution by the University of Porto. During my academic career, I developed deep interest in biodiversity conservation, ecology and evolution, with special emphasis on movement ecology, ethology, applied socio-ecology and phylogenetics. Mainly, I have worked with birds and reptiles in a wide range of ecosystems, from Iberian steppes to the tropics, including insular systems. Currently, I am enrolled in a PhD project to provide answers to how the Iberian population of Montagu’s harrier (Circus pygargus) responds to conservation measures already implemented, such as hacking or perturbations caused by farming and conservation measures by themselves.

I am currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Biodiversity, Genetics and Evolution at the University of Porto. I graduated from the same institution in 2023 with a Bachelor’s degree in Biology, where during my internship I had the opportunity to study how the loss of genes correlates with the loss of the stomach in platypuses. Presently, I am researching the diet of the little bustard for my Master’s thesis. My principal areas of interest are the evolution of species and the conservation of biodiversity in the context of the current anthropogenic pressures.

I am a scientific and naturalist illustrator, with a great passion for ornithology, animal behavior and conservation education. I started my academic career in Nursing, and I currently work in the area of ​​rehabilitation. I am also completing my master’s degree in Applied Biology, whose thesis focuses on the production of science communication through scientific illustration to promote the conservation of endangered steppe bird species.

I was always passionate about nature´s conservation and ornithology, so I decided to pursue a Bachelor’s degree in Biology at University of Porto, having graduated in 2023. In my last year, I did an internship focusing on studying the feeding ecology of the Azores Woodpigeon during the non-breeding period. I’m currently finishing my Master´s degree 2nd year in Conservation Biology at University of Évora and I will study the sex-based breeding behaviour and habitat use of the Eurasian Stone-Curlew. When I was in Porto I liked to do volunteering for VO.U. pela Natureza and other environmental organisations.

I obtained my Bachelor’s degree in Biology from the Faculty of Sciences at the University of Porto. During my internship, I conducted research on mites and fungi associated with the Red Palm Weevil, exploring their potential as a biological control method for this species. I am currently enrolled as a Master’s student in Biodiversity, Genetics, and Evolution (MBGE) at CIBIO. For my master’s thesis, I will focus on the study of steppe birds. My main areas of interests lie in Evolutionary Biology, Conservation Biology, and Paleontology.