Erika Zambello

Communications Director, APP Florida

As Communications Director for APP Florida, Erika coordinates engagement, communication, and publications for the Sunshine State's conservation, coastal, policy, research, Center, and sanctuary programs. Based in Tallahassee, Erika works across the state to tell stories of resiliency, and how birds and people are affected by APP change, development, hurricanes, and more. Prior to APP, Erika worked in communications and project management for regional environmental organizations and local government. Erika holds a bachelor's degree from Cornell University, and master's degrees from Duke University and the University of West Florida. 

Articles by Erika Zambello

Volunteer returns baby owl to its nest. Photo: Kristen Kosik.
A Nest Return Illustrates the Beginning of Baby Bird Season
February 23, 2021 — The Center for Birds of Prey takes in more than 200 raptor chicks every season.
Rescued Bald Eagle chick.
APP Works with Florida State Parks to Rescue Injured Bald Eagle Chick
February 15, 2021 — The eaglet has been safely placed in a foster nest.
Lauren Austin's "Vision" Quilt
Fiber Artist Draws Inspiration from Raptors at the Center for Birds of Prey in New Quilt Collection
February 01, 2021 — “The sharp gaze of raptors keeps me honest in my life and in my art.”
APP Center for Birds of Prey Admits 784 Raptors in 2020
January 20, 2021 — The patients in the Raptor Clinic come from around the state.
Great Horned Owl. Photo: Cheryl Black.
Florida Cabinet Protects More Than 5,000 Acres
September 23, 2020 — Conservation easements and fee title purchases were funded through the Florida Forever and Rural & Family Lands Protection Programs.
2019 Wading Bird Season Shows Some Success but also How Far We Have Still to Go
September 21, 2020 — It is no surprise that 2019's wading bird numbers declined from the previous year.
Red Knot. Photo: Gail Deterra / APP Photography Awards.
Town of Fort Myers Beach Rebukes Latest Attack on Little Estero Island Critical Wildlife Area
September 01, 2020 — Fort Myers Beach once again voted to protect critical habitat against the efforts of local property owners to build a boardwalk across state conservation lands at the edge of bird nesting and wintering grounds.
Bird blind. Photo: Mark Berlinger.
Dreams and Hard Work Bring New Blind to Pasco County
June 30, 2020 — West Pasco APP offers fantastic new resource for local birders.
Roseate Spoonbill. Photo: Trudy Walden/APP Photography Awards.
Higher Water Levels Make Nesting More Difficult for South Florida Spoonbills
June 30, 2020 — Roseate Spoonbills faced a tough nesting season.
Least Tern. Photo: JulieAnn Schultz/APP Photography Awards.
How Have Wildlife Species Responded to the COVID-19 Pandemic?
June 30, 2020 — Shy birds become bolder, bobcats approach the Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary boardwalk, and more.