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.
Coastal Conservation
October 30, 2024
— Audubon's coastal team is monitoring sites for impacted beach-nesting bird habitat.
Coastal Conservation
July 17, 2024
— Reported bird bands provides critical date to researchers, land managers, and policy makers.
Coastal Conservation
June 18, 2024
— Many species of sea, shore, and wading birds spend parts of their lives on both the Atlantic and Gulf Coasts. Such connectivity is critical when tackling projects that aim to restore damage from the 2010 Deepwater Horizon oil spill, as well as future storms and human-caused disasters.
Coastal Conservation
January 16, 2024
— Even if the perfect breeding and foraging habitat exists, birds today must contend with disturbance from people, pets, and predators like coyotes and crows.
News
September 6, 2023
— Lillian Cunningham interviewed Audubon's Jerry Lorenz to talk wildlife, Everglades restoration, and the future of South Florida. In turn, we asked her about her work, travel, and spark bird.
Coastal Conservation
September 1, 2023
— Small flocks and single flamingos have been seen up and down the Sunshine State this week.
Coastal Conservation
May 24, 2023
— The Coastal team's Kylie Wilson spots a banded Red Knot on Lido Key.
Everglades
February 2, 2023
— The field trip served as a fitting end to an exciting Everglades Coalition Conference.