Wildlife Conservation Benefit
Technology Takes Flight: Will New Tech Support the Survival of Threatened Bird Species?
At this year's Wildlife Conservation Benefit, the Minnesota Zoo Foundation is shining a spotlight on technology-driven solutions that are working to save threatened bird species both here in Minnesota and around the world.
Join Dr. Miyoko Chu, renowned scientist and ornithologist who led the creation of the Merlin Bird ID app, and experts at the Minnesota Zoo as we explore how groundbreaking technology is supporting bird populations. Then, learn what you can do to help further these efforts.
We hope you’ll join us on April 16 to help to secure a brighter future for threatened bird species . Event tickets and fundraising benefit the Minnesota Zoo Foundation and wildlife saving projects. Event dress code is smart casual.
Keynote Speaker
Dr. Miyoko Chu, Senior Director of Communications, Cornell Lab of Ornithology
Dr. Miyoko Chu, an author and scientist, is Senior Director of Communications at the Cornell Lab of Ornithology. She led the pioneering team there that created the Merlin Bird ID app. Her work focuses on storytelling, science communication, and live experiences to connect with and inspire millions of people to learn about birds, advance science, and protect the natural world.
