When is the time for freedom? Is it ok to keep intelligent, ocean-going beings in small concrete tanks? Ingrid is a cetacean (whale) biologist, world-renowned for her work with orca. She has researched, observed, photographed, surveyed, championed, lectured-on and rescued orca here in New Zealand and across our globe, from Antarctica to Alaska.
To help promote research, as well as provide platforms for conservation, Ingrid has founded cetacean-orientated non-profit organisations at both national and international level.
“I am passionate about protecting marine mammals, particularly orca - and about education for the public and inspiring them to make a difference themselves. The best thing that happened for me last year? I rescued a stranded orca and spent time free-swimming with them in the wild.” This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at www.ted.com/tedx