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Author Visit with James D. Paruk, “Loon Lessons: Uncommon Encounters with the Great Northern Diver”
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Dr. James D. Paruk will present highlights from his career in biology and his 2021 book, “Loon Lessons: Uncommon Encounters with the Great Northern Diver.” The book provides the most current detailed account of what we know about loon biology, behavior, and conservation in an accessible and entertaining style.
Dr. Paruk has studied breeding and wintering common loons across North America for 30 years and is one of the world’s leading experts on the species. He is a professor of biology at St. Joseph’s College, adjunct professor of biology at the University of Southern Maine, and adjunct senior research scientist at the Biodiversity Research Institute in Portland, Maine.
This author visit is suitable for everyone and will be outdoors, rain or shine, on the Main Library Plaza.
