Indianapolis Prize for Animal Conservation (2020) Amanda Vincent is a Canadian marine biologist and conservationist, one of the world's leading experts on seahorses and their relatives.

Vincent co-founded and directs Project Seahorse, an interdisciplinary and international organization committed to conservation and sustainable use of the world's coastal marine ecosystems.

In 1996, Vincent co-founded Project Seahorse, a marine conservation organization based at UBC, Canada, and Zoological Society of London, UK.

Project Seahorse generates cutting-edge research and uses it for highly effective conservation interventions in fisheries, protected areas, trade and policy.

Project Seahorse, led by Vincent, also played a pivotal role in the landmark CITES decision to begin regulating international trade in marine fishes.