March 11, 2026
“Bird Collisions” by Tamara zeller, outreach biologist, division of migratory bird management, u.s. Fish and wildlife service
Bird collisions with building windows are a top source of bird mortality and reducing these collisions has been identified as an important action to help halt and reverse declines of North American bird populations. Learn what species are most vulnerable to collisions and what you can do to make your home safe for birds. Presenter Bio: Tamara Zeller is an Outreach Biologist with the Division of Migratory Bird Management for the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service in Anchorage, Alaska. She spends half of her time in the field surveying birds from airplanes and boats and the other half working with partners to communicate the of value birds and how people can help birds thrive. Though she loves all birds, she specializes in waterbirds, and leads projects related to loon conservation and management. When not working, she enjoys being outside with her dog, Ursa, and exploring the world through travel.
2025/2026 Lecture Series
Join us on second Wednesdays from October-April for a wildlife talk in the Alaska Zoo Gateway Hall.
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We are pleased to host the Wildlife Wednesdays Free Science Lecture Series at the Alaska Zoo Gateway Hall! Stay warm and enrich your knowledge of Alaska's wildlife. Join us this winter on select second Wednesdays from October through April in the Alaska Zoo Gateway Hall. Each talk begins at 7pm and covers a topic focused on wildlife of the Great Land - Alaska. The talks are approximately 45 minutes with questions and answers. Lectures are FREE to the public. Free refreshments available. ASL interpretation is available upon request in advance, reach out to us here if you would like to have an interpreter present (several days notice appreciated!).