Manatee Lagoon will be closed on Thursday 11/28 in observance of Thanksgiving. We will reopen on Friday 11/29.

November Lecture “Learn to Love Bats!”

SpeakerStephanie Brinez, Endangered Species Intervention Specialist, Bat Conservation International

Stephanie Brinez is a graduate of Florida Atlantic University with a profound dedication to conservation. Through her role at Bat Conservation International, she helps to protect bat populations through education. This talk will dispel various misconceptions regarding bats, explore the different bat species present in Florida, and engage in an in-depth discussion about the distinctive Florida bonneted bat found in South Florida. To examine the threats this little bat faces and the ways in which we can contribute to its preservation, join us at Manatee Lagoon for our November lecture series!