Alex Vanderzee

Research Assistant

Alex Vanderzee brings over a decade of experience in marine mammal research, supporting field operations and analytical work across multiple cetacean species. Her work includes vessel operations, drone-based data collection, and photo-identification and photogrammetry analysis primarily on Antarctic killer whales and Bigg’s killer whales, with work also spanning gray and humpback whale projects.

Alex is particularly interested in understanding whale movement, distribution, and tracking long-term sighting histories. Outside of research, she enjoys birding, wildlife photography, and running.