Mitch Plozza

 Zoologist

Mitch is a hard-working zoologist and environmental practitioner with a background in farming/agriculture and firefighting. Mitch has demonstrated experience in flora and fauna surveys, fauna trapping, data collection and management. He has a sound understanding of ecological principles and how they can apply to a wide variety of ecosystems.

Mitch has a BSc (Conservation and Wildlife Biology) and experience in a range of trapping and surveying techniques. He has undertaken fieldwork across WA including the Swan Coastal Plain, South-west, Goldfields and Murchison. Mitchell has been involved with a variety of volunteer and work experience opportunities with Whiteman Park, Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions, and Native Animal Rescue which included trapping, surveying, and handling of fauna. Mitch is a keen and experienced ornithologist and is familiar with most of the avifauna in Western Australia.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

• Basic (Level 1) terrestrial fauna and flora surveys
• Avifauna identification
• Avifauna surveys
• Fauna relocations
• Fauna trapping
• Microchipping
• Feral and pest animal management and control

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor of Science (Conservation and Wildlife Biology)
• Certificate IV (Conservation and Land Management)
• Certificate IV ( Horticulture)