At the 15th Berkshire Biodiversity Day, Bryan “Professor Bugman” Man will talk about why it’s more important than ever to learn about, understand, and embrace the largest and most diverse group of animals our world has ever seen.

Arthropods often carry a stigma in our culture. Despite half a billion years of evolutionary success, arthropods are facing a dark and looming threat from human destruction, and likewise we’re in danger of what might happen if we don’t recognize the importance and wonder of these beings before they’re gone. From radar blackouts to genetic illnesses, fueling food chains and saving agriculture, come learn about the immense impact arthropods have on our world, and find out just how fascinating and vital they truly are and why YOU should care!

DATE: Friday, September 13

TIME: 2:30 PM – 3:15 PM

LOCATION: K-111 Auditorium in the Koussevitzky Arts Center, Berkshire Community College, 1350 West St, Pittsfield, MA 01201

ABOUT THE SPEAKER
Bryan “Professor Bugman” Man is the founder of Professor Bugman Entomology Adventures, a Massachusetts-based company established with the goal of bringing exciting hands-on educational programs to children in order to inspire the next generation of entomologists, scientists, and nature enthusiasts. While studying at North Carolina State University, Bryan got the teaching itch, and began a teaching career after earning his Master of Entomology, eventually earning a Master of Education from Fitchburg State University. Bryan developed the idea for Professor Bugman during his time as a classroom teacher by seeing a gap in children’s knowledge of, and enthusiasm for insects and arthropods, and decided to dedicate his expertise and passion to sparking a new wave of entomological curiosity in kids.

This presentation is one of many taking place during this year’s Berkshire Biodiversity Day that’s taking place on September 13–14, from noon to noon, on the Berkshire Community College campus. In addition to the presentations, there will be guided walks and demonstrations led by experts, all of which are free and open to the public. The four slideshow presentations, which range in topics from lichen to moths, will each last for forty-five minutes and involve Q&A. Click here to learn more about this program and other planned activities.

This year’s program is organized and sponsored by Berkshire Environmental Action Team (BEAT) and Nature Academy of the Berkshires. It’s co-sponsored by Berkshire Community College, Greylock Federal Credit Union, and Panera.