Hibernation Isn’t Just For Bears.
Hibernation is a common metabolic strategy found in all major groups of mammals, however, it is rare among primates. Dr. Marina Blanco will discuss how and why Fat-tailed Dwarf lemurs hibernate. Dr. Blanco has just returned from Madagascar and will discuss her research and the traits of these fascinating primates. Join us – you won’t want to sleep through this event!
When: Thursday, December 4, 2014
Time: 6:30pm
Where: Duke Lemur Center – 3705 Erwin Road, Durham, NC 27705 – Lemur Landing classroom
RESERVATIONS REQUIRED: 919-401-7240 or janice.kalin@duke.edu
Fee: $20 general public, $10 Duke/DLC staff and volunteers, any university student with ID
*All fees are tax deductible – there will also be a silent auction during the night of the event
