The Galapagos archipelago is an amazing place, unrivaled in the ocean world for diversity and endemic species. David Parent, DVM, will narrate a presentation showcasing the wildlife of the Galapagos featuring species of the land, the air and underwater. There will be insights given into the formation of the islands and why there is such a rich assemblage of species, some found nowhere else on earth.

Dave Parent exploring the Galapagos Islands.

David Parent is a semi-retired veterinarian with a special interest in wildlife. He has practiced veterinary medicine for over forty years but his interest in the natural world goes back to his toddler days. In addition to owning a vet practice on Whidbey Island, he has participated in wildlife research in Olympic National Park, Alaska and Madagascar. In his spare time he loves to go birding, backpacking, traveling to remote places, skiing and spending time with his wife, children and grandchildren. He currently serves as field trip coordinator on the Whidbey Audbuon Board of Directors.

This meeting is in-person, free and open to the public. Doors open at 7 p.m. for socializing and refreshments. A short business meeting for announcements is at 7:15. The program begins at 7:30 p.m.