David L. Wagner, PhD., renowned butterfly and moth expert, will lead us in an exploration of the lives of these charismatic creatures.
Learn about the threats they face and how to protect and restore the places where these keystones of biodiversity can thrive.
David L. Wagner is a professor of ecology and evolutionary biology at the University of Connecticut with core research interests in butterflies and moths, insect decline, and invertebrate conservation. Dr. Wagner received a B.S. in plant science from Colorado State University and a Ph.D. in entomology from the University of California, Berkeley.
Dr. Wagner’s most recent book, Moths of the World: A Natural History, released in 2025, and Caterpillars of Eastern North America: A Guide to Identification and Natural History (Princeton) have cemented his reputation as a leading expert in his field.