Dr. Marisa Tellez - Expert talk
The Early Career Croc Network was delighted to host Dr. Marisa Tellez for the Expert Talk session.
Drawing on her experience as a crocodilian conservationist with the Crocodile Research Coalition, Dr. Tellez shared valuable insights and practical advice on one of the most important aspects of crocodilian conservation: working with people.
The discussion explored approaches to engaging communities and the wider public with crocodilians, particularly how to encourage greater interest and appreciation for these culturally important predators. Dr. Tellez highlighted the importance of understanding people's perspectives and finding effective ways to build positive connections between communities and crocodilian conservation.
The session sparked an engaging discussion and provided early-career researchers with valuable perspectives on the human dimensions of crocodilian conservation.
Key themes:
- People-centred conservation
- Community engagement
- Human–crocodilian relationships
- Communicating the importance of crocodilians
- Culturally important predators
- Public interest and awareness
- Conservation education
- Practical advice for early-career conservationists
March 15, 2023