Freelance science writer specializing in animal behavior. Author of the Animal Minds blog on the Psychology Today blog network since 2022. Based in Providence, Rhode Island.

Psychology Today

Animal advocacy and rescue with research journalism focus

Independant

Scientific communications associate and freelance writer specializing in animal science topics.

American Society of Animal Science

Covers science topics including human behavior and environmental sciences.

Scientific American

Science and technology reporting with focus on animals

Sun Sentinel

Newsweek

Behavioral studies and professional behavior analysis content

The Reporter

Reporter covering local news and community issues for a regional publication.

The Carmel Pine Cone

Environmental topics including great lakes, birds, sand dunes, storm systems

Great Lakes Echo

Reporter experience during academic tenure in communication and journalism

Content creation with background in managing editorial for Imaging Resource

Atlanta Humane Society

Carol Visser is a contributing editor and journalist specializing in pet business topics. She is also a master pet groomer, certified dog trainer, and pet product expert. Carol contributes to Pet Business Magazine and Grooming Business Magazine.

Pet Business Magazine

Dynamic Business Journalist and Magazine Editor with broad experience in developing digital content. Skilled in business journalism and magazine editing. Passionate about delivering engaging media content.

Works with GlobalPETS and PETS International editorial teams to create informative and pertinent articles for the pet industry globally.

Fix Radio

Public safety alerts and animal control topics in New Jersey and Florida

New Jersey Public Safety Alerts News

Lifelong naturalist focused on wild birds, working as a writer, editor, artist, photographer, public speaker, and tour leader.

Kaufman Field Guides

Focus on WNBA, Celtics, and related sports content with podcast involvement

SB Nation

Veterinary journalism and examination review for veterinary communicators

American Society Of Veterinary Journalists

Storytelling through reporting and marketing in veterinary medicine

University of Minnesota College of Veterinary Medicine

Animal health and wellness publications content

Catalyst Communications Network

Experienced writer and reporter with a background in news reporting and office assistance.

Albion News

Covers news, trends, and insights in pet food, treats, and supplements

Sosland Publishing

Retired journalist formerly at Detroit Free Press. Currently working to establish a no-kill animal shelter serving southeast Missouri. Experienced media professional with a focus on community impact.

Detroit Free Press

Experience in online journalism and media content related to Cincinnati Zoo enclosure.

Fashion, travel and lifestyle content with a focus on Ottawa news.

CTV Ottawa

Radio host and newswriter/reporter with experience in veterinary topics

WUOG-FM

Digital Science Editor reporting on science and health topics including neuroscience, conservation, global health, nutrition, health policy, paleontology, stem cells, and astronomy.

The Wall Street Journal

Congress Reporter at American Banker based in Washington, D.C. Experienced in reporting on congressional matters with a strong background in journalism and media content creation.

American Banker

Pet health and wellness content focused on veterinary and pet care topics

PetMD by Chewy

Ecology, conservation, animals, climate, health, astronomy, tech, engineering

Freelance

Bonnie Blackburn-Penhollow is an award-winning journalist with experience across diverse fields including agriculture and zoos. She has recently expanded her expertise into the non-profit sector. Known for her versatile reporting and storytelling skills.

Contributor with experience reporting news for a university-affiliated publication.

The Battalion

Birdwatching and nature-related content focused on Ontario wetlands

Environmental law reporter covering legal definitions and policies related to habitat and wildlife protection.

Experienced TV news reporter and anchor with a background in communications management and storytelling.

Award-winning journalist specializing in fitness, health, nutrition, travel, and animals.

Karen Asp LLC

Pet industry, animal health, and lifestyle brand content and SEO

Science Reporter at Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences with a background in ecology and journalism. Holds an MA in conservation biology from Columbia University and a graduate certificate from UC Santa Cruz.

Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences

Reporter with experience in crop science and horticulture clubs. Passionate about the outdoors and agriculture-related topics.

Adventure journalist specializing in print and broadcast sports coverage

Digital Editorial Director at Audubon magazine. Experienced in improving stories, words, and designs. Passionate about creative editorial collaboration.

National Audubon Society

Asia-Pacific news and science reporting with focus on multimedia storytelling

Nature

Focuses on health equity, neuroscience, and science reporting.

STAT

Short form video reporting and SEO content writing for pet wellness companies

Intern reporter specializing in elk conservation, focusing on the impact of human activity and environmental changes on elk populations across the country.

Rocky Mountain Elk

Reporter with experience at Daily Collegian and involvement in National Agri-Marketing Association. Active in Lion Ambassador Organization and Mid-America Chapter. Based in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Indiana Farm Bureau, Inc.

Jennifer Fetterman is an Editorial Director and journalist at Veterinary Information Network, based in Bay Village, Ohio. She specializes in veterinary and animal health content. Experienced in editorial leadership and content creation.

Veterinary Information Network

Senior Parliamentary Reporter with extensive experience covering Botswana's environment and parliamentary affairs.

National Assembly of Botswana

Contributing writer with extensive experience in health and wellness writing. Published on sites like Be.Chewy, Great Pet Care, and The Dog People. Skilled in creating engaging content in the pet care niche.

Rover.com

Reports on major harness racing events including Hambletonian and Breeders Crown

Twin Spires

Contributor writing on senior living and health topics for major publications and Psychology Today.

Certified UME volunteer with 4-H and pre-veterinary associations involvement

Veterinary medical news and broadcasts on veterinary health topics

Veterinary News Network

Proper nutrition, medical research, environmental conservation technologies

Science, culture, and environment topics with contributions to major science outlets

Knowable Magazine

International science news, animal taxonomy, archaeological discoveries

McClatchy

Produces podcasts and articles exploring human behavior and society

News Detective

Veterinary oncology and related medical topics

North Carolina State University- College of Veterinary Medicine

Animal welfare and local community topics

Berlin Journal Newspapers

Developments in cardiology and medical reporting with additional science and nature content

MedPage Today

Independent science reporter contributing regularly to national outlets and media projects.

Environmental topics and related policy coverage

Digital media management and editorial work at Grandview Independent

Grandview Independent

Mental health, science, and research crisis communication and media relations

American Psychiatric Association

Writer specializing in adventure travel, culture, and food with focus on global destinations.

News reporter and video news editor with an established career covering diverse topics.

Salt River Pima

Narrative non-fiction features on profiles, trends, events, non-profits, and business

Heyday

Agriculture, food systems, biotechnology, and policy advocacy research

Writes monthly articles on plant-based diets, nutrition, gut health, and body image

Supports livestock brands content creation for Farm Journal and Dairy Farmers of America

Triple M and Hit news

Education reporting focused on Colorado and related topics

The Colorado Sun

Kira Pan is a Business & Economy Beat Reporter at The Daily Californian. She studied Cognitive Science at UC Berkeley. Based in Oakland, California.

The Daily Californian

Entertainment and features reporting with contributions to major news outlets

Yahoo News

Freelance writing focused on neurosurgery and epilepsy behavior journal abstracts

Christina Mortimer is a reporter based in Mercer Island, Washington. She recently completed her B.A. at the University of British Columbia. She contributes to local lifestyle journalism.

Mercer Island Reporter

Climate crisis, clean water, coastal ecology, wildlife conservation coverage

Newsday

Biology, medical research, cancer, genome editing, plant biology, drug development, gene therapy

Nature Research

Executive editor focused on heart and circulatory physiology research publications

American Journal of Physiology: Heart and Circulatory Physiology

Veterinary neurology and neurosurgery expertise; former television news reporter.

Reporter writing news, features, and investigations about neuroscience research.

The Transmitter

Digital journalism focused on North America and Africa news coverage

BBC News

Market News Reporter specializing in livestock, grain, and poultry markets, providing professional insights into the cattle and hay business.

USDA-AMS LS

Global reporting and editing experience at Dow Jones Newswires and The Wall Street Journal

News anchor and reporter with experience hosting live TV segments and moderated events

WTVT-TV

Investigative reporter specializing in arctic research and related topics.

The War Horse News

Journalist at Barre-Montpelier Times Argus based in Bedford, New York. Experienced in daily news reporting and content creation. Skilled in organizational tasks and community engagement.

Barre-Montpelier Times Argus

Human and environmental health, particularly in rural communities

Science journalist and audio producer specializing in science content and storytelling.

BirdNote Daily

Experienced researcher and journalist passionate about stats and privacy

Technology and climate news, building news distribution prototypes

BBC News Labs

Journalist and contributor at Beaver's Digest. Student at Oregon State University based in Corvallis, Oregon. Experienced in journalistic content creation.

Beaver's Digest

Environment & Public Health Correspondent specializing in environmental science and policy. Experienced in journalism and strategic communications. Based in Springfield, Oregon.

Lookout Eugene-Springfield

Agricultural Market Reporter with expertise in nutrition and practical ranch experience, providing market insights and reporting for the USDA Agricultural Marketing Service.

USDA-Agricultural Marketing Service

On-Air Talent, Producer/Writer, Brand Communicator and Journalism Mentor, Professor. MSW with CSR and Digital Strategy expertise. Indigenous.

Focus on planetary topics and reporting for Descent publication

Writes breed profiles and pet-related content for Chewy's website

Chewy

Writes on nature, science, and history for major publications

Neuroscience beat covering brain research and clinical breakthroughs

Science News Magazine

Intersection of economics, psychology, and criminal justice content

PEOPLES VANGUARD OF DAVIS INC.

Biomedical and pharmaceutical research coverage, podcast and video production

Journalist	Outlet & Role	Coverage
MB Mary Bates Freelance science writer specializing in animal behavior. Author of the Animal Minds blog on the Psychology Today blog network since 2022. Based in Providence, Rhode Island.	Writer Psychology Today 650+	Providence, Rhode Island animal behavior science
DS Diana Sharp she Animal advocacy and rescue with research journalism focus	Journalist Independant 280+	Omak, Washington animal advocacy animal rescue medical assistance
KS Kim Schoonmaker Scientific communications associate and freelance writer specializing in animal science topics.	Writer American Society of Animal Science 160+	West Lafayette, Indiana animal science scientific communication agriculture
JB Jeanna Bryner Covers science topics including human behavior and environmental sciences.	Journalist Scientific American 480+	science environmental sciences biogeochemistry +1 more
UR Uma Raja she Science and technology reporting with focus on animals	Journalist Sun Sentinel 32+	Miami, FL science technology animals
LO Liz O'Connell she Pet-related news and stories coverage	Reporter Newsweek 580+	Tucson, AZ pets animal welfare pet industry
SL STEPHEN LUCE he Behavioral studies and professional behavior analysis content	Editor The Reporter 10+	Berwyn, Pennsylvania behavioral studies professional behavior analysis
CC Caitlin Conrad she Reporter covering local news and community issues for a regional publication.	Reporter The Carmel Pine Cone 920+	local news community animal welfare
cl clara lincolnhol she Environmental topics including great lakes, birds, sand dunes, storm systems	Journalist Great Lakes Echo 160+	Lansing, MI environment great lakes birds +3 more
JB John Bays Reporter experience during academic tenure in communication and journalism	Journalist 30+	Pasadena, California reporting communication journalism

Journalists covering animal behaviour