Moths are the second largest group of animals on the planet, making up a tenth of all known organisms. They are also possibly the single most important food source for birds, in both their caterpillar and adult forms. And yet, they are generally thought of as pests, and not much else.
In this class join Brodie to learn all about moths! we’ll explore the incredible diversity of moths, their fascinating ecology, and why their conservation is so important (and under-resourced).
We’ll also look at an overview of the more than 2,000 species that have been found in Oregon, how we can observe them, and how we can contribute to community science efforts that are crucial to their scientific understanding.
Bird Alliance of Oregon Members $20 – Non-members $30
Polyphemus Moth, photo by Tara Lemezis
Online Class Details
Class fee: $20 members / $30 non-members
When: May 19, 6 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Note: Class recordings will be sent out automatically to everyone who registered post-class. Thank you!
Meet the Instructor: Brodie Cass Talbott
Brodie works as an educator with Bird Alliance of Oregon. After many years of wildland firefighting and leading river tours, he spent six years living and teaching across Asia, where his interest in birds became his passion. He has birded across five continents, and uses his experience in education and ecotourism to share his love of the outdoors with people from all ages, backgrounds, and abilities, with an eye towards increasing access to wild spaces for people from diverse communities.