DAVIS, CA (MPG) - Yolo Basin Foundation’s Flyway Nights speaker series Thursday, March 7, 2024, highlights the work of Christofer Brothers, a PhD candidate in the Animal Behavior Graduate Group at UC Davis. He is gearing up for an exciting talk on dragonflies and damselflies. With his expertise, he'll dive into the world of Odonata, the insect order encompassing these ancient creatures, tracing their 300-million-year evolutionary journey. The series will be held virtually on Zoom.

Focusing on local species in Davis, Christofer will showcase the diverse insect life thriving locally including our own demonstration wetlands. From their complex life cycle to their mating behaviors, attendees will get a closer look at these fascinating insects and their ecological roles.

Christofer will share insights from his own research on dragonfly legs, shedding light on their functional morphology and prey capture behavior of both larval and adult dragonflies. By studying the intricacies of dragonfly legs, Christofer aims to unravel mysteries about the evolutionary trajectory and ecological roles of these remarkable insects. But it's not all serious science—Christofer's love for dragonflies extends to his free time, where he enjoys catching them, indulges in the world of Dungeons and Dragons, and dropping puns.

Christofer Brothers talk promises to inspire curiosity and appreciation for the fascinating world of dragonflies and damselflies.

Registration is required to receive the Zoom link to the presentation. -https://yolobasin.org/flywaynights/.

Flyway Nights is a monthly speaker series highlighting environmental issues, natural history of Northern California, and current research topics in conservation. Yolo Basin Foundation hosts Flyway Nights December to April through virtual presentations.

A donation to support the Foundation’s wetland education programs is suggested. To register visit www.yolobasin.org/flywaynights or call Yolo Basin Foundation at (530) 757-3780.