When we hear about scientific discoveries, conservation breakthroughs, or just what’s been seen in the area recently, the stories are usually about species. “New species discovered!” “Endangered species need our help!” “I saw 20 species last weekend!” We hear and talk about species all the time, but we don’t usually stop to think about what a species is. In this online presentation, Managing Director Eleanor Harris, Ph.D., will discuss what it means to be a species, why they’re so important, and how they have evolved. Throughout the talk she will focus on local examples, for example, why we distinguish Alder and Willow Flycatchers, but not red-spotted purples and white admirals. This program is a repeat of the talk Eleanor gave in January.

Please use the button below to sign up. You MUST register and provide a current email address so we can share the Zoom link with you on the day of the talk. Please email Alison at azak@cliftoninstitute.org for assistance.