My work aims to understand how interactions within and between species operate, regulate biodiversity and are affected by environmental change. I consider myself a question-driven integrative evolutionary ecologist, and I generally follow a process of first trying to understand factors associated with the ecology and evolution of a particular behaviour, after which I use quantitative techniques to explore the broader consequences of that behaviour.

I use a variety of marine and terrestrial study systems, but I do tend to use coral reef fishes and songbirds as my model organisms. A lot of my work stems from two long-term study systems that I manage (one marine and one terrestrial) in Australia; however, I do often work with collaborators in locations including Belize, China and French Polynesia.

I recognise that academia, including the STEM fields, has long-standing diversity, equality and inclusion issues, and I am committed to helping break down these barriers. I also recognise the inherent power imbalance that exists between teacher and student, and I treat my students with respect, provide them with support, and interact with them like colleagues. I am always looking to work with interested students, and am very happy to work to find opportunities for those from under represented backgrounds.

Thanks for visiting my website, and if you would like to contact me the best way is at: william.e.feeney [at] gmail.com