Kyle Lima works with Schoodic Institute at Acadia National Park to study how organisms and natural systems are impacted by rapid environmental change. His first exposure to birding in 2012 sparked his love for birds and ended up defining his future career. He obtained a degree in wildlife ecology from the University of Maine in 2019 and has worked on projects related to bird ecology, forestry, phenology, ecosystem services, and climate and land-use change. These experiences made it clear to Kyle how important it is to inform conservation actions and connect people with nature. Kyle is also a hobbyist artist, photographer, rock climber, and woodworker.