FREE Lecture Series-- Dr. Kenneth Meyer, "The Dance of the Reddish Egret- From 'Ding' to North Florida"
January 29 – Dr. Kenneth Meyer, ARCI – “The Dance of the Reddish Egret - From ‘Ding’ to North Florida”
Dr. Kenneth Meyer from the Avian Research and Conservation Institute in Gainesville, Fla., is currently
conducting a tracking study on five reddish egret individuals he originally tagged at “Ding” Darling
refuge. The reddish egret (Egretta rufescens), known for its erratic “dancing” when it forages, is the rarest
and least studied wading bird in the U.S., according to Meyer. It is “a species of critical conservation
concern, particularly in Florida where the population is experiencing a continuous decline.” Meyer will
share some findings from his ongoing research. Seating is limited and on a first-come basis.
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Date and Time
Friday Jan 29, 2016
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM EST
Every Friday (excluding January 15) during season at 10 am and 1 pm
Location
J.N. "Ding" Darling Wildlife Refuge Education Center
Fees/Admission
FREE