I’m a comparative ecophysiologist. My research is located at the interface of the physiology, sensory ecology and behaviour of vertebrates. I’m a Reader in Animal Behaviour and Physiology at Royal Holloway, University of London. More about our group can be found under the ‘group’ tab.
The common theme of my work focuses on how animals adapt their behaviour and ecology to the challenges of their environment, within the constraints of their own physiological and anatomical limitations. Such questions are particularly important in the light of global environmental change and exploitation of natural resources, in the emerging field of conservation physiology.
Research in the lab is currently funded by:
Below is an overview of my main research areas and questions, and some of the model species I am currently using to answer such questions. More information about research can be found on the research tabs.
Further information can be found at:
Dr Steve Portugal, Animal Behaviour and Physiology 
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