Botanical Research and Conservation Ecologist, Wild Earth Allies
From Wild Earth Allies:
As the Botanical Research & Conservation Ecologist for Wild Earth Allies’ Trees of Belize Project, Louis assists restoration efforts at the Belize Herbarium, conducts floristic inventories and ecological monitoring, and develops science-based conservation strategies in partnership with local institutions. He also delivers botanical and ecological training programs to strengthen local capacity.
Louis’s passion for Belize’s extraordinary biodiversity began in his childhood while accompanying his grandfather to the forest. Fascinated by the plants, birds, and other wildlife they encountered, he developed a lifelong appreciation for nature.
Louis was previously a Conservation Fellow with Wild Earth Allies and a biologist at Bull Run Overseas Limited. Beyond plants, he is passionate about birds and serves as an eBird reviewer for Belize, helping to create meaningful connections between the world of plants and birds.
Louis holds a bachelor’s degree in environmental science from Galen University. He is committed to pursuing advanced studies to build professional botanical expertise in Belize.