Barry Nerhus

Barry Nerhus is an experienced biologist whose career spans environmental consulting, nonprofit work, academia, and more. Each aspect of Barry’s work is rooted in one common cause: understanding and conserving life in habitats throughout southern California and beyond. Barry Nerhus balances his consulting work with his nonprofit efforts, mainly via the Institute for Conservation Research and Education. He founded the institute in 2011 to research the western pond turtle as well as other species in need of conservation research. Since then, ICRE has become a pillar of its community in Orange County, providing crucial opportunities for environmental involvement, outreach, and education. From partnerships with key nonprofits to collaborations with local high schools, ICRE is a hub for anyone who is interested in conserving and restoring habitats, both locally and globally.