Peter Mawson

Peter Mawson is an Adjunct Professor in the School of Biological Sciences at The University of Western Australia. His research focuses on conservation biology with particular emphasis on endangered Australian species, contributing to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to biodiversity conservation and environmental protection.

His research interests center on:

• Endangered and threatened species conservation
• Avian ecology and population management
• Impacts of climate change on vulnerable species
• Wildlife rehabilitation techniques
• Habitat restoration and species reintroduction
• Human-wildlife conflict resolution

Dr. Mawson's recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on Carnaby's cockatoo conservation, examining threats from predation, habitat loss, and climate change. His research combines field studies, ecological modeling, and practical conservation strategies to address biodiversity challenges in Australia, with particular attention to Western Australian ecosystems.

He previously held significant leadership roles including Program Leader at Perth Zoo Science (2018-2022) and Director of Animal Health and Research at Perth Zoo (2012-2018), where he contributed to wildlife conservation programs and research initiatives.

Dr. Mawson maintains an active research profile with 53 documented research outputs including 48 articles, and has contributed to datasets using advanced methodologies like satellite telemetry and DNA faecal metabarcoding. His work has accumulated 489 citations with an h-index of 14, indicating meaningful impact in conservation science.

He is currently accepting PhD and Higher Degree by Research students, demonstrating his commitment to mentoring the next generation of conservation biologists and continuing his research on Australia's unique biodiversity.