Birder's Night

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Wednesday, February 25th, 2015
7:28 PM to 9:30 PM

Victoria Natural History Society

Parasites—More than Meets the Eye
The lives of parasites are intriguing, captivating, and often perturbing. While seldom seen, the impact they can have on their hosts is often nothing short of life-altering, and their contribution to ecosystem functioning is rarely appreciated. Parasites are not only able to infiltrate the defences of their hosts, but in some instances may even take control of their minds.  Elsie Hampshire of Vancouver Island University will introduce some of the most compelling aspects of parasite-host relationships, with a particular focus on the helminths of birds.