Come join us at our new exhibit “Science and Conservation of Animals – ON THE MOVE” as we welcome Dr. Astrid Leitner, a Biological Oceanographer and Deep Sea Ecologist.
Learn about the amazing phenomenon of the largest collective animal movement on earth – the daily vertical migration of marine animals.
Hear facts and research from Astrid herself as she shares her knowledge on the deep sea creatures that make this important journey from the depths of the ocean to the surface. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain insight into how scientists study and track this behavior!
Free with admission.
Free with admission.
Dr. Astrid Leitner earned her Ph.D. in biological oceanography from the University of Hawaii, Manoa. In addition, Astrid earned B.S. degrees with highest honors from the University of California, Santa Cruz, in marine biology and earth sciences with a concentration in ocean sciences.