Juliet Muteka (MSc student, ISU)

My love for wildlife stemmed from the documentaries I watched while I was in middle school. I come from a community where farming is one of the most popular ways of generating income. Growing up in this environment, I developed an interest in wildlife because I wanted to experience and understand wildlife in the real world, rather than only through documentaries.

What is life without biology? My love for nature has grown over time, from tiny insects to large terrestrial mammals. I am fascinated by how these organisms coexist on Earth and am even more curious about unraveling the mysteries behind their interactions.

I hold a Bachelor’s in Wildlife Enterprise and Management and, for my Master’s, I am excited to quantify interactions between native ants, invasive ants, and their host trees, as well as how such interactions affect foraging by black rhinoceros. Through my research, I hope to generate knowledge about ecosystem resilience to guide restoration efforts.

Away from books and conservation I enjoy exercising, listening to music, and trying new recipes.