ESF Oregon October 2023 Meeting
Channel: ESF Oregon
Date: 2023-10-12

Speaker: David Kollen
Dave is a Xerces Society Ambassador and in that role is involved in educational and outreach work. Additionally, he is an Oregon Master Naturalist and Master Melittoligist Apprentice. His involvement in community science includes the Pacific Northwest Bumble Bee Atlas, the California Bumble Bee Atlas, and the Oregon Bee Atlas. Dave also writes pollinator-focused articles for the Oregon State Federation of Garden Clubs newsletter, Mahonia.
Presentation: "Climate Change and Biodiversity: A Critical Nexus for Conservation"
• Brief introduction to the Xerces Society
• Explore the bi-directional link between climate change and biodiversity.
• Causes of insect declines
• Introduction to pollinators and their importance in natural systems and our food system
• Intro to native bee diversity and natural history
• Threats facing pollinators.
• How we can play a role in pollinator conservation, both in general and in our own landscapes and communities. Also, for those interested in going above and beyond, opportunities to get involved in community science activities are covered.