Speaker: Taylor Piephoff

The State of Birds of Mecklenburg County: Tracking the Changes from Elizabeth Clarkson to the Present

Since the publication of the 1st edition of Elizabeth Clarkson’s The Birds of Charlotte and Mecklenburg County North Carolina in 1944, tremendous changes have occurred that affect local bird life. Come learn how an increasingly urban landscape has impacted local and migratory birding populations. We will look at how some key species are dealing with a changing landscape and take a broad look at the species that have occurred in Mecklenburg County. Teaser: It's not all bad news.

Taylor will be referencing Elizabeth Clarkson’s book. Grab your copy in advance online or in-person during his lecture The Birds of Charlotte and Mecklenburg County North Carolina.