In-person only at Snohomish PUD building (2320 California St, Everett, WA 98201)

Guest speaker: Peter Cavanagh

Peter will talk about his book How Birds Fly: The Science and Art of Avian Flight. The book brings the science of avian flight to life in accessible, common-sense language with almost 400 of his photographs, illustrations, and diagrams. It includes descriptions of many aspects of bird flight including evolution, anatomy, aerodynamics, take off and landing, in flight maneuvers, and migration.

Peter is a scientist, author, and bird photographer who lives in the San Juan Islands of Washington State. He is drawn to the study of bird flight by his experiences as an instrument-rated private pilot, his professional training in anatomy and biomechanics, and his passion for nature and the outdoors. His images have been featured in the Audubon Society’s Top 100 Bird Photographs of the Year. Peter has traveled widely to photograph birds on every continent. His work can be found at www.petercavanagh.us and on Instagram @petercavanaghbirds.