Wild Calls and Silent Killers

What can birds and bugs teach us about the world we live in? From the haunting calls of loons on Canadian lakes to the buzzing presence of mosquitoes in our backyards, these creatures reveal surprising insights about climate change, disease, and human history.

This talk explores how loons, often celebrated as symbols of Canada’s wilderness, are being impacted by pollution, habitat loss, and emerging diseases linked to a warming planet. Meanwhile, mosquitoes—key players in ecosystems but infamous as disease carriers—highlight the complex relationships between humans, animals, and the landscapes we shape.

Host or Publisher McMaster Anthropology Outreach & Fairweather Brewing Co.