Research interests

Behavioral ecology , and in particular behaviors related to predation (in both prey and predators). The effects of the internal states of the animal (e.g., hunger level) on behaviors such as predator-avoidance. Time and space utilization and how they are affected by environmental factors. Extending from the behavior of individuals to the population and the community levels. Conservation of reptile species and habitats. Mathematical models as a tool in the study of the behavior of animals.