Speaker: Alexis Stark, Paton Center Site Manager, Tuscon Bird Alliance
Description: The Paton Center for Hummingbirds is a renowned backyard birding destination that is known for the Violet-crowned Hummingbird and other special riparian species such as the Gray Hawk & Yellow-billed Cuckoo. Join the Paton Center Site Manager in a presentation about the Paton family, the iconic birds of the preserve, how you can create habitat similar to the Paton Center in your own yard and what lies ahead – all the while sharing the joy of backyard birding.
Bio: Alexis Stark is a dedicated naturalist, avid birdwatcher, and lifelong Arizona resident whose passion for birds has shaped both her personal and professional journey. With a background in wildlife ecology, avian monitoring, and bird banding, she has gained valuable hands-on conservation experience while sharing her love of nature through education and community outreach. Alexis serves at the Paton Center for Hummingbirds, where she helps protect this iconic birding destination and inspires others to appreciate hummingbirds and the birds of the Sonoran Desert. She is passionate about building a welcoming community of bird lovers committed to conserving birds and their habitats for future generations.
