Ashley Green (Ecology, Evolution, and Behavior Graduate Program)

"Invasive Species in Texas"

Non-native invasive species are all around us, along our greenbelts, in our water, and in our yards. The number of invasive species has drastically increased due to increased globalization. These species decrease biodiversity and cause economic costs, so come out to Science Under the Stars this April, to learn more about what an invasive species is, which invasive species are a problem around Texas, and what you can do to help.

Science Under the Stars is a free, monthly public outreach lecture series founded and organized by graduate students in the Department of Integrative Biology at The University of Texas at Austin. Events are held outdoors at Brackenridge Field Laboratory, 2907 Lake Austin Blvd, Austin, Texas 78703. In the case of inclement weather, lectures are held indoors.

Here’s the schedule for this month’s event:

• 7:15 pm: Snacks, natural history displays, and activities designed for kids of all ages will be available!
• 7:30 pm: Guided tours of BFL will be offered, dependent on weather and light conditions (wear sturdy shoes and bring water)!
• 8:00 pm: Settle in, because the talk begins now!