Posted by Libby on February 12, 2008, 9:25 pm
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SEASHORE & ESTUARY WILDLIFE IN LA PEŅITA Visit our seashore with Jerry Einem, an expert tropical naturalist/zoologist who has lived in La Peņita studying local wildlife for 7 years. See nature through a naturalist’s eyes. MEETING PLACE: Xaltemba Restaurant located on the far corner on the Plaza across from the Church in Downtown La Peņita 9:00am on Sunday, Feb 17th 8:30 for orange juice, coffee & scones. This easy walk lasts approximately two hours. WHO? Jerry Einem, an expert tropical naturalist with a Masters degree in zoology, has lived in La Peņita studying local wildlife for 7 years. He has led many natural history tours in Costa Rica, Mexico, & Peru with wife Libby. WHERE ARE WE GOING! After a brief introduction on the geology & ecology of the shoreline, we will walk the beach in a northerly direction, about a 1/4 mile, to a small estuary. This is the best time of year to see a maximum number & diversity of species. YOU WILL LEARN: Jerry will discuss or comment on everything we see, from Brown Pelicans & the Magnificent Frigatebird to sand fleas and fiddler crabs. He will point out many aspects of the behavior, natural history and the ecology of this species abundant ecosystem. BRING: Good field glasses (if you have them) & a brimmed hat. RSVP: Participation limited to 15 Register by Calling 274-1276, Jerry or Libby Einem FREE LECTURE SERIES SPONSORED BY XALTEMBA