Seaweek Science Talk

Protecting our Seas: Marine Biosecurity in Aotearoa New Zealand

Marine biosecurity is challenging not because nature is failing, but because it’s working perfectly. This talk will explore how highly adaptable marine species spread, out-compete native life, and thrive in new environments — and why that matters for Aotearoa New Zealand. You’ll hear about why early detection is critical, and how everyday actions by the public can help protect our seas.

Presenter Bio

Dr Malindi Gammon is an Invasion Ecologist working in Cawthron's Invasion Ecology and Management Team. Her research interests include ecological physiology and environmental modelling, and their application to spatial risk assessments and decision-support tools. This includes anticipating and mitigating threats across a broad range of species, from endangered marine megafauna (sea turtles) to invasive invertebrates and algae. Malindi has experience across a range of temperate and tropical marine ecosystems in Australia and New Zealand.

Event format

Presentation from 5.30pm followed by a short Q&A session. The event will formally conclude at 6.30pm and guests are invited to remain for informal networking over tea/coffee afterwards if they wish. 

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