About Aprasia
Aprasia Ecology is an Australian ecological consultancy specialising in threatened species, biodiversity assessment and ecological research.
The name Aprasia is derived from Greek and loosely translates to "without action" or "inactive", reflecting the secretive nature of many of Australia's most fascinating species. From legless lizards beneath rocks to mammals sheltering in tree hollows, these often-overlooked animals can remain hidden from view despite playing important roles in our ecosystems.
Aprasia Ecology is led by Dr William Terry, a PhD-qualified ecologist with over 20 years of experience in biodiversity management, threatened species conservation and ecological research.
Research and expertise
Dr William Terry has over 20 years of experience in ecological research, biodiversity assessment and threatened species conservation. His research career culminated in the completion of a PhD in Ecology at Southern Cross University, where he investigated the conservation ecology of the Brush-tailed Phascogale. This work examined habitat requirements, den site selection, climate change impacts, nest box effectiveness and habitat restoration, resulting in numerous peer-reviewed scientific publications.
Following his doctoral research, William has continued to lead and contribute to ecological research and conservation projects across Australia.
His work spans threatened species surveys, ecological monitoring, habitat restoration, biodiversity assessment and applied conservation science for government, industry and community organisations.
William has worked extensively with a range of threatened and declining species, including:
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Brush-tailed Phascogale (Phascogale tapoatafa)
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Pink-tailed Legless Lizard (Aprasia parapulchella)
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Greater Glider (Petauroides volans)
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Growling Grass Frog (Litoria raniformis)
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Striped Legless Lizard (Delma impar)
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Agile Antechinus (Antechinus agilis)
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Powerful Owl (Ninox strenua)
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Barking Owl (Ninox connivens)
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Golden Sun Moth (Synemon plana)
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Brown Toadlet (Pseudophryne bibronii)
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Monaro Earless Dragon (Tympanocryptis osbornei)
William's approach combines scientific rigour, practical field experience and a strong commitment to delivering evidence-based conservation outcomes.
Check out William's research at Google Scholar.
Science. Conservation.
Outcomes.
Combining scientific expertise with practical field experience to deliver meaningful conservation outcomes for people, projects and biodiversity.