The Nose Knows

Join Erin Josefson for a fascinating look at the science of scent and the remarkable ways animals use their sense of smell to navigate the world around them. Why are some animals better at using their noses than others? How do animals use scent to find food, communicate, track and survive—and how do humans compare? Erin will explore the anatomy and behaviors shaped by smell and introduce some of the animal kingdom’s most impressive sniffers. The program will conclude with a special live demonstration by Lucy, a retired search-and-rescue K-9, showcasing the extraordinary power of a working dog’…