The Wonderful World of Bats A High Park Nature Centre Course

The Wonderful World of Bats!

Go beyond the myths and get to know bat biology, their key role in healthy ecosystems, the threats they face, and how to help bats in our neighbourhoods!

Buy $49.00

Meet the High Flyers of Toronto's Nighlife: Bats!

In The Wonderful World of Bats, explore basics of bat biology, species native to Toronto and Ontario, and the challenges facing bat conservation.

Learn about the unique characteristics of bats, their role in ecosystems, their adaptations for survival in diverse habitats, including urban habitats, and the importance of conservation.

With engaging content, expert insights, and practical resources, this course is suitable for anyone interested in learning about these remarkable and often misunderstood creatures.

Course Curriculum

1. Welcome and Thank You for Joining The Wonderful World of Bats!
1. Lecture 1: An Introduction to Bat Biology
2. Quiz: Module 1
1. Lecture 2: Native Bats of Ontario
2. Quiz: Module 2
1. Lecture 3: Threats to Bats
2. Quiz: Module 3

About this course

$49.00
1 hour of video content

Learn at Your Own Pace

Soar through The Wonderful World of Bats or sink your teeth in and take your time. This is a self-paced course.
Get to Know Bat Biology

From echolocations to migration, get to know the biology of bats and which ones call Ontario home!
Helping Bats

Bats are invaluable species in our ecosytems facing many threats. Learn how to help your neighbourhood bats and beyond!

Instructor

Learn with Dr. Guy and the High Park Nature Centre!

Dr. Cylita Guy

Dr. Cylita Guy is a Toronto based ecologist, data scientist, and science communicator. She completed her PhD at the University of Toronto where she studied bats as carriers of viruses. Dr. Guy now works as a data scientist at AssuranceIQ. As a science communicator, Dr. Guy spent ten years working as a Host at the Ontario Science Centre and has appeared on radio and T.V. She has also published her first children's book - Chasing Bats & Tracking Rats: Urban Ecology, Community Science, and How We Share Our Cities - with Annick Press. In her downtime, you can find your friendly neighbourhood batgirl chasing her next big outdoor adventure.

Website: www.cylitaguy.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cylitaguyphd/
Social (Insta / Twitter): @CylitaGuy
Chasing Bats & Tracking Rats: https://www.annickpress.com/Books/C/Chasing-Bats-and-Tracking-Rats