Tom Letessier

I am a marine ecologist with interests in open-ocean and pelagic ecosystems. I am currently working on pelagic predators, utilising mid-water baited camera technology to inform conservation and management strategies. As part of my research fellowship I have coordinated remote field expeditions in Pitcairn, Chagos, New Caledonia, French Polynesia, Shark Bay (Australia), the Timor Sea, and the coastal Skagerrak.

My research is strongly driven by conservation outcomes - many species of tuna and sharks are threatened by overfishing, and understanding their distribution and movement in a dynamic ocean is critical to ensure their protection. I am particularly keen to answer questions regarding the effectiveness of large marine protected areas in protecting threatened species.

May 2016