Nat Talk: Amazing Arachnids

Nat Talk: Amazing Arachnids

Tuesday, August 14, 2018 7 PM

Arachnids are full of surprises. Scorpions kiss and dance, spitting spiders squirt silk and glue, and vinegaroons spray almost pure acetic acid from their rear ends. At this Nat Talk, Jillian Cowles, author of Amazing Arachnids, will use stunning photographs to show the staggering array of survival strategies that her favorite creatures have developed as they have evolved over the past 400 million years.

The southwestern United States is home to a rich diversity of amazing arachnids. Among their ranks are the tough, the resourceful, the beautiful, and the dangerous. Getting to know these small neighbors which share our planet (and sometimes our homes) is immensely rewarding and never dull. Welcome to the world of arachnids!

The talk begins at 7 PM, but Museum doors will open at 5:30 PM. Food, beer, and wine are available in The Flying Squirrel Café before the event.

After the talk, join Jillian for a book signing in the Museum store, where her book will be available for sale.

Tickets are $9 for members and $12 for nonmembers. They can be purchased online, at the Museum, or by calling 877.946.7797.