Putter Tiatragul

Putter Tiatragul is a Research Fellow in the Division of Ecology and Evolution at The Australian National University. Their research focuses on biodiversity, evolutionary processes, and macroevolutionary patterns in reptiles, particularly blindsnakes and anole lizards. They hold a PhD from ANU (2019-2024) and prior degrees from Auburn University (Master, 2017-2018) and Gonzaga University (Bachelor, 2012-2016).

Research Interests:

• Evolutionary drivers of morphological diversity in blindsnakes
• Ecological impacts of aridification on reptilian diversification
• Urban ecological adaptations in invasive lizard species
• Niche conservatism across continental radiations

Recent work emphasizes Australia's reptilian biodiversity and the role of historical environmental changes in shaping current distributions. Their studies combine phylogenomic analyses with field observations to understand macroevolutionary processes.
Collaborations: Active in global biodiversity networks, with projects involving climate modeling and conservation prioritization.