Book Talk: Smithsonian's 'Extinctopedia' and the Fight for Biodiversity

You are invited to a discussion of the Smithsonian’s remarkable book, Extinctopedia: Discover what we have lost, what is at risk, and how we can preserve the diversity of our fragile planet. In this talk, you will learn about: 

• Animals that are no longer with us;
• Endangered animals at risk of extinction;
• Organizations that aim to protect animal life.

Register here for this special event.

Extinctopedia provides a fascinating catalog of life on earth and encourages the reader to find ways of preserving the incredible diversity of species on our beautiful planet.

The YPL Presents: Virtual Author series is funded and supported by the Foundation for the Yonkers Public Library.

Brian Gratwicke is a conservation biologist and leads the amphibian conservation programs at the Smithsonian's National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute. Brian’s focus is building capacity to conserve amphibians in Appalachia and Panama, developing outreach and educational programs and exhibits to build public support for amphibian conservation, and research to develop tools to reintroduce amphibians back into the wild. 

Dr. Gina Della Togna is a researcher and conservationist, currently serving as the Executive Director of the Amphibian Survival Alliance and a Research Associate at the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute. Dr. Della Togna earned her Ph.D. in Biological Sciences, with a specialization in Molecular and Cell Biology, from the University of Maryland. Her groundbreaking research focuses on the reproductive biology of amphibians and the development of Assisted Reproductive Technologies for endangered species facing challenges in reproduction. 

Enjoy past author talks here.