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Prairie Oaks Master Naturalist Meeting: Bumblebees
Name: Prairie Oaks Master Naturalist Meeting: BumblebeesDate: January 19, 2023Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM CST
Event Description:
Join the Prairie Oaks Master Naturalist for our monthly meeting at the Texas A&M AgriLife Research & Extension Center.
Join us for our monthly meeting and Bumblebee presentation!Meeting starts at 6pm
Presentation starts at 7pmIn-person and virtual options available!
All virtual participants must register prior to the meeting!Registration link will be posted soon!Dr. Russel Pfau - Bumblebees
Professor Biological Sciences
Tarleton State UniversityResearch Interests
My primary focus is population genetics, specifically, I study how populations differ genetically and why. I'm especially interested in understanding how the landscape affects gene flow across a species' geographical distribution. I'm also interested in hybridization between closely related species. My students and I collect specimens from the field and then analyze their DNA in the lab using techniques such as DNA sequencing and fragment analysis (e.g. AFLP, RADseq).
Nine bumble bee species are currently known to occur in Texas. That is not an overwhelming number to familiarize yourself with. Just think of all the species bird-watchers have to learn! With some patience and study, you should be able to familiarize yourself with the bumble bees that occur in the state.