Andrew Knight

Andrew Knight is an Adjunct Associate Professor at the School of Biological Sciences, University of Western Australia. His research focuses on conservation biology, biodiversity management, and sustainable development goals. He specializes in wildlife conservation strategies, including black rhino conservation in Namibia, marine ecosystem management in Western Australia, and financial mechanisms for private protected areas in Australia.

Key research areas include conservation planning, protected area governance, and community engagement in conservation initiatives. His work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to life on land and below water. Knight has collaborated on projects like the 'Fishing For Knowledge' initiative, exploring fishers' ecological knowledge and its application in marine policy.

He has secured funding for research projects such as the OMPs-Fishing For Knowledge grant (2020–2022) from Australia's Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry. His publications span conservation science, policy analysis, and biodiversity planning, with a focus on transforming conservation strategies into actionable solutions.