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Behind the Mask: Inside the Reptile Mind

Saturday, July 11, 2026•8:00 PM

The face of a reptile is often unreadable—still, silent, and mask‑like. But behind that stillness lies ancient intelligence. In Behind the Mask: Inside the Reptile Mind we will explore how reptiles perceive, decide, communicate, and recognize one another, revealing a world of thought and experience we are only beginning to understand.

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About Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum

Founded in 1952, this institution has evolved from its origins into a multifaceted cultural hub that serves as a publisher and art gallery for the Sonoran Desert. It remains a cornerstone of regional education and conservation efforts.story_potoo

2021 N Kinney Rd, Tucson, AZ 85743

Open

• Closes 5:00 PM

desertmuseum.org

+1 520-883-2702

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