On the brink of Explosion? Identifying the Source and Potential Spread of Introduced Zosterops White-eyes in North America

Devon DeRaad, PhD

Tue, Nov 12, 2024 7:00 PM

Join us for an engaging webinar featuring Dr. Devon DeRaad as he explores the growing populations and potential source origins of White-eyes (Zosterops), a genus of birds introduced to both Hawaii and Southern California.

Dr. DeRaad will present his latest research findings on the ancestry of these populations and discuss how this updated genetic information helps project the likely geographic spread of White-eyes in Southern California. Additionally, he will highlight how this group of birds provides an intriguing model for understanding the role oceanic barriers play in shaping biodiversity. Be sure to join us and this webinar offers a unique opportunity to deepen our knowledge of the ecological and evolutionary dynamics driving the success of introduced species, with a focus on the genus Zosterops.

For those interested in further reading, please see

• Devon’s paper on Zosterops
• This media coverage of White-eye expansion

The livestream can be found at our YouTube channel.