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Natural History of Insects

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Delve into the fascinating world of the creatures that make up 84% of the Animal Kingdom—what renowned biologist E.O. Wilson once called "the little things that run the world." We'll discuss the roles that insects play—both in maintaining healthy ecosystems as well as their own complex social systems. Explore the wonder of metamorphosis and the amazing variety of defensive strategies and adaptations they have developed to survive.

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Schedule:

5 Thursdays - Online: 6/20, 7/11 & 7/25, 10am-12pm; Onsite: 6/27 & 7/18 (no class 7/4; rain date 8/1), 10am-1pm

Times:

10:00am-12:00pm EDT

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Instructor:

Ken Chaya Ken Chaya

Ken Chaya

Ken Chaya is an artist, art director, cartographer, and urban naturalist who has produced numerous books on travel, American history, and nature. He has extensive experience working on projects in the New York City area, and recently created Central Park Entire, The Definitive Illustrated Map, which locates over 19,000 trees and identifies them by species. He is currently President of the Linnaean Society of New York.

To learn more about Ken's work, visit centralparknature.com

Location:

Some sessions meet online & some at NYBG, Watson Room 319
2900 Southern Blvd
Bronx, NY 10458

Session Number:

244NAT322BL

Price:

Price Non-Member : $340.00
Member : $310.00

Additional Sessions Available

August 28, 2024 to October 2, 2024 | 10:00am-12:00pm | Some sessions meet online & some at NYBG | Chaya