Maddalena Polla

Maddy was born and brought up in a little town on the coast of Northern Italy. From a young age she loved being in the water more than she did on land, learning how to swim, windsurf and sail. After graduating from a BAs in International Studies from Leiden University, Maddy chose to travel to Australia. While exploring the coastline of New South Wales, snorkeling and sailing through its rich waters, she realized her passion for protecting marine environments and knew she wanted to contribute to their conservation. Maddy’s travels and experiences are what brought her to the Shark Lab. She is confident that her time in Bimini will be filled with incredible encounters, offering her the opportunity to deeply connect with the ocean and its unique marine wildlife .