Cassandra Urgl Australian Society for Fish Biology & Australian Freshwater Sciences Society Conference 2026

Cassandra Urgl

I am an aquatic ecologist with research experience spanning marine, estuarine, and freshwater ecosystems. My professional background has primarily centred on marine and estuarine benthic ecology, with expertise in seagrass ecology (including Ruppia tuberosa, Ruppia megacarpa, Althenia cylindrocarpa, Zostera muelleri, and Posidonia australis), macroinvertebrates, and oyster reef ecosystems. More recently, my work has expanded into freshwater ecology, supporting vegetation monitoring and research across wetlands and floodplains. Drawing on experience across diverse aquatic environments, I am passionate about applying ecological research to inform restoration and management, helping to deliver meaningful, evidence-based conservation outcomes.

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