Discover the fascinating world of Australian brush turkeys with ecologist Dr Ann Goth and how to coexist with them in your backyard.
The Australian brush turkey (Alectura lathami) will never fail to surprise with their unique breeding and child-rearing tactics.
While some residents may not appreciate their garden-digging habits, Dr Ann Goth’s presentation aims to help the community better understand these native birds who have their breeding season in August.
She will share fascinating insights about these birds’ behaviour and offer practical tips on safeguarding your garden.
At the end of the talk, attendees will have the opportunity to purchase a copy of Ann’s books.
Bookings essential. Light refreshments will be served.
About the presenter
Dr Ann Göth is an ecologist, science teacher, public speaker, and passionate writer. She is the author of two books on Australian brush turkeys, one for adults (Amazing Annoying Birds) and one for kids (Bush-turkey Needs a Friend). Her previous book, Volcanic Adventures in Tonga, is a vivid account of her very first adventure as a conservation ecologist.
Ann started her writing career in 2008 as coauthor of Moundbuilders, a book about megapode birds in Australia. Her career has taken her from Austria to islands in Tonga, the UN in Geneva, and universities, government agencies, and schools in Australia. Ann’s writing reflects a strong passion for bringing natural history and conservation issues closer to non-scientists and scientists alike.
In partnership with the North Sydney Council Bushland Management team.
Photo credit: Graham Winterflood