Professor Robert Fletcher elected a Fellow of the Ecological Society of America

by University of Cambridge, Department of Zoology
April 30, 2025

We are delighted to share the news that Professor Robert Fletcher, who is co-leader of our Conservation Science Group, has been made a Fellow of the Ecological Society of America.

ESA Fellows are elected for their exceptional achievements and outstanding contributions to their field. This year, the ESA Governing Board has confirmed eight new life-long Fellows

ESA President Stephanie Hampton said, “These individuals exemplify excellence in ecological science through their research, mentorship and service. We applaud this cohort’s accomplishments and look forward to the continued impact of their work.”

Professor Fletcher moved to Cambridge in 2024 to accept a position as the Miriam Rothschild Professor of Conservation Biology, here in Zoology. In an interview ahead of this announcement, he told us about his work, his fondness for long term studies, the rewards of teaching and the part his dog Toffee plays in his ability to solve intractable problems.

Keep reading: https://www.zoo.cam.ac.uk/news/professor-robert-fletcher-elected-fellow-ecological-society-america

Read the ESA press release: https://esa.org/blog/2025/04/29/ecological-society-of-america-announces-2025-fellows/