From Pollination to Pest Control: Why Bats Matter in Southeast Asia and Beyond

Open to the Public

In this talk, Dr. Jon Flanders explores the ecological and economic importance of bats, from pollinating iconic fruits like durian to controlling agricultural pests, while highlighting their role in sustaining healthy ecosystems. Drawing on conservation efforts from Southeast Asia to the Americas, Dr. Flanders will connect global action to local relevance in Singapore, offering insights into urban bats, regional collaboration, and how targeted conservation can secure species and habitats for the future.

Speaker: Dr Jon Flanders

Dr. Jon Flanders, Director of Endangered Species Interventions at Bat Conservation International, brings over 20 years of global experience studying and protecting bats across Asia and beyond.

Note:
•⁠ ⁠Registration is on a first-come-first-serve basis.
•⁠ ⁠Registration will close once the maximum number of participants is reached, or on closing date.
•⁠ ⁠Only confirmed participants will be contacted by email, after the closing date.
•⁠ ⁠Zoom link will be shared to registered participants

Max. No. of Participants
30 pax

Closing Date
8 Apr 2026, Wednesday

Enquiries
For any enquiries, please contact Shreeyaa at [email protected]