National Geographic: Birds of Paradise

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Tim Laman has earned a reputation for capturing images of nearly impossible subjects—from animals that glide through rain forest canopies to some of the most rare and endangered birds in the world. His pioneering research in Borneo led to a PhD from Harvard, and his photography has been featured in at least eighteen National Geographic stories.

Working with Cornell University ornithologist Ed Scholes, who has been conducting field research on the birds of paradise for more than ten years, Laman’s latest work focuses on these unique and majestic species, found deep in the New Guinea wilderness. Evolved to attract mates with their extraordinarily colorful feathers, which they display in dances executed with ballerina-like grace, the birds of paradise are a living laboratory of natural selection.

In this stunning presentation tied to their landmark book Birds of Paradise Revealed, these intrepid scientists share remarkable photographs and video to reveal—for the first time—all 39 species, including their colorful plumage, secret lives, bizarre displays, and dazzling courtship antics. Join Laman and Scholes as they recount their wild and hairy adventures in the New Guinea rain forest in search of some of nature’s most extraordinary wonders. And explore the fascinating scientific questions around how such extreme creatures and behaviors could have evolved.

All three events for just $99.00. Limited season tickets go on sale to the public on Friday, May 10th. Single tickets will be available at a later date.
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