Along with tropical fish, birds display a staggering diversity of colors, from the cryptic brown and grays of nightjars to the brilliant blue and red and yellows of tanagers. Dr. Geoff Hill will explain the pigments and structures that produce this kaleidoscope of coloration and provide framework for understanding the variation that we see
among birds. Why are some birds of the same species drab while others are bright? Why do birds appear more colorful in the spring than in the winter? Why are young birds less colorful than adults? This lecture will answer all of these questions, using photographs to bring to life some of natures most beautiful creatures.

Wednesday April 23
7:00 PM
Museum Auditorium
FREE to the public
THE VAUGHN LECTURE IS SUPPORTED IN PART BY THE 1882 GEORGE E. HAYES ENDOWMENT

Join us before the Vaughan Lecture for
Bird ’n Buffet
Buffalo Museum of Science
5:30 PM
Tickets: $25/per person
Reservations required

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