Ornithomycology: The intersection between birds and fungi (*This event is in-person only*)
Todd Elliott will take us on a globe-trotting adventure and exploration of the frequently overlooked yet ecologically vital interactions between birds and fungi. Come learn about the ubiquitous interactions between these two amazing and diverse groups of organisms and how their relationships help shape the landscapes around us!
Todd Elliott is a biologist, ecologist, and natural science educator from western North Carolina. He has studied the interactions between organisms and ecosystems on six continents, with a particular focus on how the relationships between animals and fungi impact ecosystems. Todd is particularly interested in the ecological importance and complexity of biodiversity and how we humans can assist with its maintenance and conservation. Todd’s research outputs include over 60 peer-reviewed papers and the Timber Press field guide Mushrooms of the Southeast. He earned his bachelor’s degree in Interpretive Natural History from Warren Wilson College (USA) and his PhD in Ecology from the University of New England (Australia). To learn more about Todd and his work, visit his website: https://toddelliott.