Mia Alser

scientist

Dr. Mia Alser is a prominent marine mammal researcher and the leader of the Monk Seal Conservation Project at the 'Dolphins' Association in Israel. Funded by the Monk Seal Alliance and the Deutsche Stiftung Meeresschutz, Dr. Alser is dedicated to the study and protection of the critically endangered Mediterranean monk seal. Her work involves monitoring seal populations along the Israeli coastline, particularly in relation to their ecology, behavior, and interactions with human activities. Dr. Alser has been instrumental in documenting the presence of monk seals in Israel and advocating for their conservation, emphasizing the importance of public education and awareness as key components of successful conservation efforts. She has identified individual seals through unique scars and has tracked their movements across borders, contributing to a greater understanding of their migratory patterns and ecological needs.