@thebirdnerd

Katie S. Lee conducts avian behavioral research at the University of Cambridge while documenting Scottish wildlife through her lens as @thebirdnerd. Her PhD work focuses on social complexity in wild jackdaws, combining field observations with conservation biology principles. This academic foundation informs her wildlife photography practice across central Scotland's diverse ecosystems. Her portfolio encompasses commissioned wildlife photography, fine art prints, and educational workshops delivered through itsthebirdnerd.co.uk. She shares field experiences and photography techniques on TikTok, providing context for her scientific work and creative process. The Jackdaw Project and RSPB collaborations demonstrate her integration of research and visual documentation. Lee maintains a Buy Me A Coffee platform where supporters can contribute to her ongoing conservation fieldwork and equipment needs. Her published academic research appears alongside her photography collections and workshop offerings. This dual expertise in behavioral science and wildlife photography enables her to document avian subjects with technical precision and field knowledge.