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
January 20, 2021
— The patients in the Raptor Clinic come from around the state.
Conservation
September 23, 2020
— Conservation easements and fee title purchases were funded through the Florida Forever and Rural & Family Lands Protection Programs.
Everglades
September 21, 2020
— It is no surprise that 2019's wading bird numbers declined from the previous year.
Coastal Conservation
September 1, 2020
— Fort Myers Beach once again voted to protect critical habitat against the efforts of local property owners to build a boardwalk across state conservation lands at the edge of bird nesting and wintering grounds.
Chapters & Centers
June 30, 2020
— West Pasco Audubon offers fantastic new resource for local birders.
Everglades
June 30, 2020
— Roseate Spoonbills faced a tough nesting season.
Coastal Conservation
June 30, 2020
— Shy birds become bolder, Bobcats approach the Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary boardwalk, and more.
Everglades
November 1, 2019
— Audubon scientists in the Keys map seagrasses in Florida Bay to gauge the success of Everglades Restoration.