As Communications Director for Audubon 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 Audubon, 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.
Erika can be reached at erika.zambello@audubon.org.
Chapters & Centers
December 1, 2021
— Changing landscapes and a changing climate have altered the range of Black-bellied Whistling Ducks.
Everglades
December 1, 2021
— Birds tell us that the impacts of climate change are here.
News
July 22, 2021
— Florida Forever is the state’s 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.
Everglades
July 20, 2021
— The new schedule for Lake Okeechobee water management is especially important as new Everglades restoration projects come on line.
Chapters & Centers
July 1, 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.
News
June 15, 2021
— Six students have worked with Audubon Florida to publish articles on native plants, plastics, pollution, and more.
News
April 7, 2021
— Natasza Fontaine and Robert Gundy criss-crossed the state looking for birds.