2005 Wildlife Diversity Conference

March 9, 2005

Aladdin Shrine Complex, Columbus, Ohio 

BIG, Bold and Beautiful Wildlife 

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Ohio abounds with wildlife species and ventures that are big, bold and/or beautiful.  The American bald eagle is certainly a big and beautiful raptor but it also commands a bold presence symbolizing freedom and power.  On the other end of the scale, individual ants aren’t large but their communities can be immense and awe-inspiring.   

This year’s Wildlife Diversity Conference will feature presentations involving wildlife issues and species that are either big, bold and/or beautiful.  Our keynote speaker, Wildlife Biologist Mark Shieldcastle, will begin the day with a salute to the recovery of the American bald eagle in Ohio.  Then, discover how extensive reclaimed surface-mined areas are benefiting birds.  Explore the bold behavior of the American bullfrog.  Hear details of significant undercover law enforcement operations protecting native reptiles and amphibians from poachers.  Another big comeback, find out the current status of Ohio’s river otters.  Learn more about darters that call the Big and Little Darby Creeks home What they lack in size, they make up for in color.  You will be amazed at the industrious nature of Ohio’s ants and gain insights to their vast underground communities.  The day’s presentations will wrap up with a stimulating revelation of the beauty of bird and other animal sounds.   

Come celebrate with us some of Ohio’s major wildlife players and affairs:  the big, the bold and some things beautiful.  The conference will also provide opportunities to ask questions, share ideas and network with others interested in natural resource conservation and management. 

Direct mailings to past participants will be mailed after January 10, 2005.  

For information after January 10, please call1.800.WILDLIFE, or watch for information at: www.ohiodnr.com/wildlife/workshops/wildlifediversity.htm