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The Jewel Box - How Moths Illuminate Nature's Hidden Rules

Offered By: Linnean Society via YouTube

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Explore the hidden world of moths and their profound connections to nature's broader ecosystem in this captivating lecture by ecologist Tim Blackburn. Discover how the diversity found in a simple moth trap on a London rooftop can reveal intricate relationships between species and illuminate larger ecological truths. Learn how these small, mysterious creatures serve as indicators of the complex web of life, drawing parallels to scientific principles like Faraday's iron filings experiment. Gain insights from Blackburn's thirty years of scientific research on ecosystems as he demonstrates how careful observation of these tiny animals can unveil nature's hidden rules and interconnectedness. Delve into the fascinating world of invasion biology and ecosystem dynamics with this thought-provoking presentation from a renowned expert in the field.

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The Jewel Box: How Moths Illuminate Nature’s Hidden Rules | Tim Blackburn


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Linnean Society

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