Alexandria’s passion for conserving endangered species has shaped her career in avian fieldwork and recovery. Originally from Colorado, Alexandria earned her B.S. in Biology at Colorado State University-Pueblo, where she focused on avian demography and conservation ecology. Her hands-on experience spans across multiple endangered species recovery projects, including roles with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission and Kauai Forest Bird Recovery Project. Alexandria joined the Maui Forest Bird Recovery Project to contribute to critical conservation efforts for Hawaii’s native birds, including but not limited to the Kiwikiu. She is thrilled to help protect these species and play a part in preserving Hawaii’s unique ecosystems.