Faculty and Staff

Glenda Denise Hevia, PhD

Glenda Denise Hevia, PhD



Title
Lecturer in Patagonian Ecology
Location
Chile
Pronouns
She/Her/Hers
Education
Ph.D. in Biology
National University of Cordoba, Argentina
M.S. in Wildlife Management.
Center for Applied Zoology, National University of Cordoba, Argentina
B.A. in Biological Sciences
National University of Cordoba, Argentina
Teaching
SFS 3781 Patagonian Ecology
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Faculty Profile

I am a wildlife biologist passionate about studying and researching breeding biology, population ecology, and conservation management of avian populations, using mostly shorebirds as model species. I was born and raised in Cordoba, central Argentina, but once I discovered Patagonia, I moved to a coastal area. I have been fortunate to conduct research in remote locations, which has taught me a broad spectrum of skills.

Outside of research, I enjoy exploring different landscapes and cultures. Traveling, practicing yoga, and cycling keeps me grounded and inspired. I have travelled to over 30 countries and worked in Antarctica, first as a research technician in a summer station and later as an expedition guide and ornithologist onboard polar expeditions cruise ships. I had the chance to develop effective communication and collaboration skills through a diverse team of people, communities, and stakeholders. I am always excited to provide everyone with scientific knowledge and enriching wildlife experiences through education, hoping to help them develop a deeper connection with living organisms in our world.


Academics & Research

Research Interests

  • Breeding biology
  • Population ecology
  • Conservation management of avian populations

Professional Affiliations

Associate Researcher
Center for Studies on Marine Systems (CESIMAR), CONICET - CENPAT, Puerto Madryn, Patagonia, Argentina
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Publications

Does human disturbance affect physiological traits of Two-banded Plovers nesting on an urban beach? (2023)

Hevia G.D., Bertellotti M., Gibson D., and D’Amico V.L. Avian Conservation and Ecology, 18(1), 1-15. 2023.

Physiological parameters indicative of stress during nonbreeding and breeding of a plover in Patagonia. (2021)

D’Amico V.L., Hevia G.D., Walker B., González P.M., and Bertellotti M. Canadian Journal of Zoology, 100, 25-32. 2021.

Technical comment: "Global pattern of nest predation is disrupted by climate change in shorebirds.” (2019)

Bulla M., Reneerkens J., Weiser E., […], Hevia G.D., […], and Kempenaers B. Science, 364 (6445). 2019.

The role of human compliance in management actions to protect breeding shorebirds in coastal ecosystems. (2018)

Hevia G.D., and Bala L.O. Wader Study, 125(2), 83-89. 2018.

Resightings of Two-banded Plovers (Charadrius falklandicus) during the breeding season in coastal Chubut, Patagonia, Argentina. (2018)

Hevia G.D., Jordan F.D., Térorde N., Bertellotti M., and D’Amico V.L. Ornitología Neotropical, 29, 309-313. 2018.

Blood parameters of migratory shorebirds at Peninsula Valdés, Patagonia. (2016)

D’Amico V.L., Hevia G.D., and Bertellotti M. Wader Study, 123(3), 1-5. 2016.

Grants and Awards

IdeaWILD (2024)

“Unraveling sex roles, parental care patterns, and predators during incubation of a plover species in coastal Patagonia.” (In-kind donation: 8 Hawkray Trail Camera 20MP 1080P (with a 32G Micro SD Card and 4AA batteries) + 2 EBL Lithium AA Batteries 24-Pack.

PICT – FONCYT (2023)

“Patrones de incubación de nidos y el rol del sexo en el cuidado parental de un ave playera patagónica: el Chorlo Doble Collar como modelo de estudio”. (ARS 1.840.000).

Max Planck Institute for Biological Intelligence (Germany) and Czech University of Life Sciences (Prague). (2021)

“Incubation rhythms of uniparental shorebird species: global collaborative research.” (€ 1000).

IdeaWILD (2020)

“Biparental care and incubation patterns of Two-Banded Plovers in coastal environments disturbed by human activities.” (In-kind donation: Steiner binocular 10x42mm, Canon SX530 PowerShot).

International Wader Study Group (IWSG) Small Grant Project (2017)

“Evaluation of the impact of human activities on physiological parameters of Two-Banded Plovers breeding at beaches in northern Patagonia, Argentina” (£970)

Ornithological Council (OC). (2016)

“Acciones de conservación para mitigar los impactos por actividades humanas sobre la población reproductiva del Chorlo Doble Collar en Patagonia, Argentina”. (U$D 2500).

IdeaWILD (2015)

“Conservation actions to mitigate human impacts on the breeding areas of Two-banded Plover in Patagonia.” (In-kind donation: Laptop Toshiba, GPS Garmin e-Trex 10, Camera Sony DSC-W800, Steiner binocular 10x42mm, Spotting scope 15x45mm).

ICB Australis Award (2019)

“Patrones de incubación de nidos de Chorlos Doble Collar (Charadrius falklandicus) en ambientes costeros impactados por actividades humanas”. ICB NGO.

First Prize for Poster Presentation: Doctoral Fellows Meeting, CENPAT-CONICET. (2019)

“Valores hematológicos de adultos reproductores de Charadrius falklandicus durante la nidificación en playas del noreste de Chubut, Patagonia Argentina”. Puerto Madryn, Argentina.

First Prize for Poster Presentation: International Wader Study Group Conference. Workum, The Netherlands. (2018)

“Nest survival and return rates of the Two-banded Plover breeding at Patagonia, Argentina.”

Presentations

Assessment of physiological traits of Two-banded Plovers breeding in a human-impacted coastal habitat in Northern Patagonia, Argentina. (2024)

Hevia G.D., Bertellotti, M., and D’Amico V.L. 10th Western Hemisphere Shorebird Group Meeting, Sackville, NB, Canada.

Wildlife inhabiting coastal Patagonia: Meet a handsome Patagonian plover during its breeding season. (2022)

Hevia. G. D. Max Planck Institute for Biological Intelligence. Seewiessen, Germany.

Improving resightings of Two-banded Plovers and flag codes by using digital photo-identification in Patagonia, Argentina. (2020)

Hevia G.D., Fiorito, C.D., Terorde, N., Jordan, F.D., Podestá, D.H., Esmoris, A., Villarreal R.F., Burgueño, L., Corbalán, N.S., Chaparro, M.A., Bertellotti, M., and D’Amico, V.L. 7th North American Ornithological (Virtual) Conference.

Site fidelity of Two-banded Plovers within their breeding grounds in Northern Patagonia, Argentina. (2019)

Hevia G.D., Bertellotti, M., and D’Amico V.L. 8th Western Hemisphere Shorebird Group Meeting, Panama City.

Nest survival and return rates of the Two-banded Plover breeding at Patagonia, Argentina. (2018)

Hevia G.D., Sandercock, B.K., Jordan F.D., Terorde N., Bertellotti M., and D’Amico V.L. International Wader Study Group Annual Conference. Workum, The Netherlands.

Physiological parameters of Two-banded Plovers at breeding sites in Patagonia, Argentina: are human activities affecting breeding adult birds? (2017)

Hevia G.D., and D’Amico, V.L. 7th Western Hemisphere Shorebird Group Meeting. Paracas, Ica, Perú.

Population status of Neotropical migratory shorebirds in Argentina and Chile. (2017)

Hevia G.D., Martínez-Curci N.S., Imberti S., Matus, R., and D’Amico V.L. 1st Ornithological Congress of the Americas. Puerto Iguazú, Misiones, Argentina.

Research, participation, and territorial governance mechanisms in coastal protected natural areas of Chubut (Patagonia, Argentina). (2016)

2016. Hevia G.D., Bertellotti M., Cabrera M.B., and D’Amico V.L. 1st Ecosystem Services Partnership Conference. CIAT, Cali, Colombia.

Nest survival of the Two-Banded Plover population in Northern Patagonia. (2016)

Hevia G.D., D’Amico V.L., Bertellotti M., Galindo-Espinosa D., and Sandercock B.K. 6th North American Ornithological Conference. Washington DC. USA.

Reproductive success of the Two-banded Plover in Patagonian coastal areas. (2013)

Hevia G.D., and Bala L.O. 5th Western Hemisphere Shorebird Group Meeting. Santa Marta, Colombia.

Management recommendations for the conservation of the Two-banded Plover in wetlands of northern Chubut, Patagonia, Argentina. (2013)

Hevia G.D., Cabrera M.B., and Castro K. 5th Western Hemisphere Shorebird Group Meeting. Santa Marta, Colombia.

Effects of the tidal cycle on the abundance and habitat use of Whimbrels in Mangroves in the Pacific of Colombia. (2011)

Hevia G.D., and Johnston-González R. 4th Western Hemisphere Shorebird Group Meeting. Vancouver, Canada.