Dr. Narango will speak about her research studying how residential landscapes and gardening practices influence wildlife habitats. ​She will compar​e how native and non​-native plant species vary in supporting species interactions​, as well as the relationship between plants and insects​ and why insects matter to birds​. Plus, learn small steps you can take to improve and restore habitat for wildlife at home.

Dr. Desiree Narango is a conservation scientist at the Vermont Center for Ecostudies in White River Junction, VT. Her research program focuses on understanding how global change impacts bird and insect populations and identifying biodiversity conservation solutions in human-dominated habitats. Desiree has a Ph.D. in Entomology and Wildlife Ecology from the University of Delaware, an M.S. in Natural Resources from The Ohio State University, and a B.S. in Environmental Biology from SUNY: ESF. She’s also an active naturalist and gardener who enjoys getting others excited about the natural world.

This lecture is sponsored by Hershey Gardens and Manada Conservancy.  RVSPs are not required.