National Outdoor Book Award
1 appearances
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Edition 19 (2015) Winner
Arthur V. Evans
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Arthur V. Evans
Profile
- Gender
- Male
- Born
- Antelope Valley, California, USA
- Nationality
- United States
- Languages
- English
- Residence History
- Antelope Valley, California, USA → Virginia, USA
Career
- Occupations
- Entomologist, Author, Museum director (Insect Zoo), TV/Radio host
- Active Years
- 1981-
- Affiliations
- Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County (Insect Zoo), Smithsonian Institution (Research Associate)
Education
| Institution | Faculty | Department | Degree | Period | Country |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Palmdale High School | — | — | — | — | United States |
| California State University, Long Beach | — | Entomology | Bachelor of Science | 1977–1981 | United States |
| California State University, Long Beach | — | Biology (emphasis in Entomology) | Master of Science | 1981–1984 | United States |
| University of Pretoria | — | Entomology | Ph.D. | — | South Africa |
Palmdale High School
Year of Graduation:
1975
Country:
United States
High school graduation
California State University, Long Beach
Entomology
Degree:
Bachelor of Science
Period:
1977–1981
Year of Graduation:
1981
Country:
United States
B.S. in Entomology
California State University, Long Beach
Biology (emphasis in Entomology)
Degree:
Master of Science
Period:
1981–1984
Year of Graduation:
1984
Country:
United States
M.S. in Biology (emphasis in Entomology)
University of Pretoria
Entomology
Degree:
Ph.D.
Year of Graduation:
1988
Country:
South Africa
Ph.D. in Entomology
Awards & Nominations
Works
Major Works
Beetles of Eastern North America
2014 Field guide / Natural historyA field guide focusing on beetle taxonomy, identification, and natural history. Published by Princeton University Press and aimed at both specialists and general readers; it received positive reviews.
Beetle taxonomyIdentificationNatural history
Bibliography
- Beetles of Eastern North America
Style & Themes
- Literary Style
- Scientific foundation presented in an accessible, reader-friendly mannerPractical, field-guide oriented exposition
- Recurring Motifs
- Insects (especially beetles)TaxonomyEcology and field observation
Legacy
Contributed to beetle taxonomy and public understanding of natural history through books and outreach. Has engaged in museum education and popular media (TV and radio) to promote entomology.
Museums
- Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County Los Angeles, California, USA
In Popular Culture
- TV series "Bug City" (co-host, 1998)
- Radio show "What's Bugging You?" (co-host on WCVE-FM)
Trivia
- His books are held in over 7,444 libraries worldwide (per WorldCat).
- Served as Director of the Insect Zoo at the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County; stepped down in 2000 after about 10 years in the role.
- Co-hosted the television series "Bug City" (1998).
- Co-hosted the radio show "What's Bugging You?" on WCVE-FM.