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Erika Zambello

Communications Director, 探花精选 Florida
About

As Communications Director for 探花精选 Florida, Erika coordinates engagement, communication, and publications for the Sunshine State's conservation, coastal, policy, research, Center, and sanctuary programs. Based in Tallahassee, Erika works across the state to tell stories of resiliency, and how birds and people are affected by climate change, development, hurricanes, and more. Prior to 探花精选, Erika worked in communications and project management for regional environmental organizations and local government. Erika holds a bachelor's degree from Cornell University, and master's degrees from Duke University and the University of West Florida. 

Articles by Erika Zambello

Roseate Spoonbill with wings outstretched
Climate Change Moves Roseate Spoonbills in Florida Bay
December 01, 2021 — Birds tell us that the impacts of climate change are here.
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Wood Stork. Photo: Lisa Squicciarini/探花精选 Photography Awards.
Florida Forever Program Sees Major Boost
July 22, 2021 — Florida Forever is the state鈥檚 premier land conservation program, acquiring parks and preserves to provide recreational opportunities, habitat for imperiled wildlife, and other benefits like water recharge and carbon sequestration. The Florida Wildlife Corridor is an ambitious conservation goal, aiming to create and connect natural area passages across the state, from north to south and also east to west.
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Lake Okeechobee.
探花精选 Florida Supports New Lake Okeechobee Water Management Plan - With Modifications
July 20, 2021 — The new schedule for Lake Okeechobee water management is especially important as new Everglades restoration projects come on line.
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Jacksonville at night. Photo: Pixabay.
Lights Out Northeast Florida Records Migration Collisions to Better Plan Dark Sky Initiatives
July 01, 2021 — Unfortunately, buildings and homes that keep bright lights on at night are a hazard, and millions of birds are lost to collisions each year.
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Hands write on pieces of paper, laptop in the background.
College Students and Recent Grads Use Op-Eds and Letters to the Editor to Inspire Action on Critical Environmental Issues
June 15, 2021 — Six students have worked with 探花精选 Florida to publish articles on native plants, plastics, pollution, and more.
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Natasza Fontaine and Robert Gundy birding in the Dry Tortugas.
Birding Duo Breaks Florida Big Year Record in 2020
April 07, 2021 — Natasza Fontaine and Robert Gundy criss-crossed the state looking for birds.
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Volunteer returns baby owl to its nest. Photo: Kristen Kosik.
A Nest Return Illustrates the Beginning of Baby Bird Season
February 23, 2021 — The Center for Birds of Prey takes in more than 200 raptor chicks every season.
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Rescued Bald Eagle chick.
探花精选 Works with Florida State Parks to Rescue Injured Bald Eagle Chick
February 15, 2021 — The eaglet has been safely placed in a foster nest.
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Lauren Austin's "Vision" Quilt
Fiber Artist Draws Inspiration from Raptors at the Center for Birds of Prey in New Quilt Collection
February 01, 2021 — 鈥淭he sharp gaze of raptors keeps me honest in my life and in my art.鈥
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探花精选 Center for Birds of Prey Admits 784 Raptors in 2020
January 20, 2021 — The patients in the Raptor Clinic come from around the state.
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