Volunteering for Earth Day 2022

For Earth Day, I volunteered with the University of Nevada, Reno Natural History Museum, communicating the importance of invertebrate conservation. I enjoyed answering questions about our native insects and the plants they depend on. Invertebrates provide numerous ecosystem services, such as pollination and nutrient recycling, yet are often overlooked in conservation efforts. One reason for this is that the general public is unaware of the massive biodiversity of invertebrates and the critical role that these small animals play for our ecosystem health. To combat this, the Natural History Museum brings out interactive displays to show the extreme diversity of bees and butterflies in Nevada alone.