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Deni Ramirez-Macias photo Deni Ramirez-Macias, Marine Biologist and Conservationist

Name: Deni Ramirez-Macias

Birthplace: Mexico

Field of Study: Marine Biology and Conservation

Main area of research: Whale shark ecology and conservation

Favorite thing about science: Deni Ramirez-Macias is passionate about studying marine life and working towards the conservation of endangered species, particularly whale sharks.

Interesting Facts:

She is known for her extensive research on whale sharks in the Gulf of California and the Caribbean Sea.
Ramirez-Macias founded Whale Shark Mexico, an organization dedicated to the research and conservation of whale sharks.
She actively engages in community outreach and education to promote marine conservation efforts.

Sources:

Whale Shark Mexico: Provides information about her work and the organization she founded. Whale Shark Mexico: About Us
Conservation International: Highlights her contributions to marine biology and conservation.Conservation International: Meet the Scientists
National Geographic: Features her research and efforts in whale shark conservation. National Geographic: Saving the Whale Sharks
ResearchGate: Lists her scientific publications and research contributions. ResearchGate: Deni Ramirez-Macias