Darwin's Predicted Hawkmoth
On the most recent episode of Cosmos, Neil deGrasse Tyson discussed the exciting and fascinating story behind Darwin's predicted hawkmoth and comet orchid in Madagascar - the system that I am studying for my thesis.
You should watch the entire "Cosmos" series, but this particular segment can be found about 11 minutes into the episode, "Deeper, Deeper, Deeper Still." Check it out!
CosmosOnTV: http://www.cosmosontv.com/watch/222974531915
Hulu: http://www.hulu.com/#!watch/621618
My research in Madagascar and East Africa is funded by a grant from the National Geographic Society / Waitt Institute. Stay tuned as I seek answers to questions that have puzzled scientists since Darwin and Wallace!
