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How to Win a Mate in the Natural World
Q?rius Theater

   
 Close-up of two cheetahs



 

 

 

 

 


FREE ticketed event

Get ready for mating season!

Mammal sexual strategies can be occasionally hysterical, occasionally horrifying, and often times under-studied. Join four Smithsonian experts in humorously exploring the real science and research behind how some mammals reproduce, and learn about the challenge that scientists face in balancing scientific objectivity with a knowledge of social realities in order to push forward the study of sexual evolution. After the series of short lightning talks, spend time chatting with the experts and see some of the collection objects informing their research.

Featured Topics & Speakers

The Baubellum: Our Least Known Bone - Andrea Eller, Peter Buck Postdoctoral Fellow in the Department of Anthropology at the National Museum of Natural History 

Bat Reproduction and Anatomy - Nicole Edmison, Museum Specialist in the Mammals Division at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of Natural History

How Whales Do It - Michael McGowen, Curator of Marine Mammals at the National Museum of Natural History

Catting Around With Cheetahs - Craig Saffoe, Curator of Great Cats at the Smithsonian’s National Zoo


Accessibility Information

The National Museum of Natural History is committed to providing inclusive experiences for all audiences. Please contact 202-633-3611 or email NMNHAccessibility@si.edu for access services. To view and print a map with accessible entrances, curb cuts, designated parking, and more for Smithsonian facilities on the National Mall, please download the Accessibility Map here. 

If you would like to have a sign language interpreter or real-time captioning (CART), you should call (202) 633-3611 or send an e-mail to NMNHAccessibility@si.edu. Please allow time to schedule the request by contacting the Accessibility Office at least 2 weeks prior to the program. We will do our best to accommodate last-minute requests.


Date:
Time: 6:45 PM - 8:30 PM
Address:
Ground Floor, National Museum of Natural History
10th St. and Constitution Ave., N.W.
Washington, DC 20013-7012
United States

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