The How and Why of Butterfly Coloration

McDowell Sonoran Conservancy

The spectacular diversity and richness of the coloration of butterflies has for centuries
captivated both scientists and non-scientists alike. In this talk Dr. Ron Rutowski will first overview
scientific efforts to understand the mechanisms and developmental processes that are
involved in the production of coloration during the life of an individual butterfly. Then he will
discuss the many and fascinating ways that coloration may, from one generation to the next,
enhance butterfly survival and reproduction, in other words, color’s function and evolution in
butterflies. Work with butterflies has contributed greatly to the development of explanations
that help us better understand coloration in all animals.

Speaker, Dr. Ron Rutowski, president of the Central Arizona Butterfly Association

Capacity is limited, first come first serve. No registration or sign up required.

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