Lecture on Bonobos at National Zoo by Primatologist Jef Dupain

June 19th Lecture on Bonobo Behavior and Conservation (Washington DC, USA)

Reception at 6 p.m., Lecture at 7 p.m.

The Democratic Republic of Congo is also the only place in the world where one finds the critically endangered bonobo, one of humankind's closest living relatives. As the African Wildlife Foundation's Congo Heartland Director, Belgian primatologist Jef Dupain has worked in the DRC's most remote and politically unstable regions creating a nationally recognized and protected reserve to ensure the future of the last remaining bonobos. Jef will speak about the unique behavioral character of bonobos, and AWF's efforts to conserve them in their threatened forested home. Please note: The date for this lecture has changed. It was previously listed as occurring on May 31 in Wildlife Adventures. The lecture is free, but please RSVP:

http://nationalzoo.si.edu/ActivitiesAndEvents/Lectures/rsvp.cfm

A wine reception before the lecture starts at 6 p.m. Wine is supplied courtesy of Papio Wines. Papio contributes a portion of its profits to the protection of primates and their natural habitats through the African Wildlife Foundation. All lectures and book signings are in the Zoo's Visitor Center. Take public transportation to the Zoo, or drive through the vehicle entrance at Connecticut Avenue and park in Lot A.

Can't make it to the Zoo for these lectures? You're in luck! This lecture will be webcast on the National Zoo website: http://nationalzoo.si.edu/ActivitiesAndEvents/Lectures/Archive/20070619…