Alan Clark has researched the ecology of multiple penguin species, notably Magellanic, Little Blue, and African Penguins. In his presentation, Clark—professor of biology at Fordham University—will provide background information on the natural history of penguins as well as a brief introduction to climate change itself. The primary focus of his talk will be how climate change is having a complex impact on penguin species worldwide. Clark is also keenly interested in how law, policy, and science interact regarding issues facing threatened species. His current research projects—in addition to his penguin studies—include the effects of light and noise pollution on migrating birds and bats and the impact of “green roofs” on urban bird and invertebrate populations.
