Talk: The secret life of flies
This event is part of the Royal Society's Summer Science Exhibition 2025.
From mosquitoes and midges to robber flies and fungus gnats, Diptera are among the most diverse and ecologically significant insects on the planet.
Follow Dr Erica McAlister, a Senior Curator at the Natural History Museum, into the fascinating world of flies — from their roles in ecosystems and disease transmission to their surprising beauty and complexity. It promises to be buzzing celebration of all things fly, and why these tiny creatures matter more than you might think.
Attending the event
This talk will be held in the Dining Room on Friday 4 July 2025, 5pm – 5.30pm.
- Free to attend, no ticket required
- The room has limited capacity, so we recommend that visitors arrive at least 10-15 minutes before the talk. We operate a first-come, first-served policy
- This talk will take place in person at the Royal Society and will also be livestreamed on the Royal Society YouTube channel
- Live subtitles will be available in-person and virtually
- Suitable for everyone
- Travel and accessibility information and details on planning your visit - contact us directly to arrange any specific accessibility requirements
- Food and drink will be available for purchase at our onsite café
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