Monarch Butterfly Biology, Ecology, and Conservation Needs
The amazing life cycle and migration of the Monarch Butterfly. A talk about these beautiful Butterflies and why their population has been declining.
SHARKS IN LONG ISLAND SOUND
Sharks we have in our waters of Long Island Sound include the Sand Tiger Shark, Dusky Shark, Smooth Dogfish, Spiny Dogfish, and the Sandbar Shark. Sharks are not particularly interested in humans, and some of the fears we have of them are are based on myths.
Swamp Forests of Borneo, Republic of Congo, and Wetland Ecosystems
Study of swamps, forests and wetlands of Indonesia and Africa. Including primates such as Lemurs in Madagascar and orangutans in Indonesia.
ALL ABOUT OWLS
We learned where the owls live, nesting habits, diet, and many other interesting features of these unique animals, with emphasis on Connecticut Owls.
SEA TURTLES OF LONG ISLAND SOUND
Presenter: MaryEllen Mateleska, Mystic Aquarium. There are four different species who have been found in Long Island Sound (Green sea turtles, Loggerhead sea turtles, Leatherback sea turtles and the Kemp’s Ridley sea turtles).
THE LIVING VILLAGE – Yale Divinity School
For the Living Village, everything from the architecture, building materials, solar energy, water supply and management, landscaping and lighting is being planned with the concept of leaving a positive footprint on the environment.
