Dr. Alison J. Leslie: Our Scientific Advisor

Dr. Leslie needs no introduction in the world of research and conservation. A world renowned specialist and expert on crocodiles and freshwater turtles she is based in South Africa and is also a well known ecologist. 

Dr. Leslie is also one of the Founder Members of the Dirisana Environmental Consultants and is associated with the Department of Conservation Ecology and Entomology at the University of Stellenbosch in South Africa. She is also the Regional Vice - Chair for South and East Africa of the IUCN SSC Crocodile Specialist Group


Dr. Leslie has undertaken numerous field surveys related to population dynamics and nesting surveys on crocodiles and freshwater turtles.  


Dr. Leslie has very kindly consented to be the Scientic Advisor to our project in Corbett and considering her busy schedule we express our gratitude to her.

Her participation in this project and her scientific expertise will be of immense value while we study the crocodiles and freshwater turtles in Corbett Tiger Reserve to preserve and conserve them for future generations.......!!!