Adaptation to habitat fragmentation: dispersal and evolution in an Australian bird

Oatley Flora & Fauna Conservation Society Inc.
Tasmin Rymer
Role

Supervisor

Description

I propose to examine the effect of habitat fragmentation on potential for microevolutionary responses in helping and dispersal using the iconic Australian red-winged fairy-wren as a model system.

Date

01 Oct 2025 - 27 Feb 2026

Project Type

N/A

Keywords

malurus;habitat fragmentation;dispersal;microevolution;cooperative breeding

Funding Body

Oatley Flora & Fauna Conservation Society Inc.

Amount

2000

Project Team

Lyanne Brouwer;Tasmin Rymer