Richard Kingsford

In this discussion, river ecologist Richard Kingsford sheds light on the rare phenomenon of Kati Thanda-Lake Eyre filling with water for only the fourth time in 160 years. He shares fascinating insights on the cascade of ecological transformations, as floods breathe life into the desert, attracting migratory birds and reviving plant life. Kingsford also explores the complex signals of bird migration in response to environmental cues, and emphasizes the urgent need for conservation of vulnerable river ecosystems in the face of climate change.