About

Dr Shasta Henry, is a scientist and science communicator; a passionate adventurer, entomologist and educator.

Shasta has a PhD in Ecology, observing the impacts of climate change in the Tasmanian World Heritage Area to help ensure these biodiverse ecosystems are preserved.

She's worked at the Smithsonian Museum of Natural History in Washington DC, where she named beetles from the Amazon (and has one species named after her). She has also been a white water raft guide, rock climber and multi-material artist.

She is an advocate for traditional cultural scientific knowledge, having spoken on the TEDx stage about the intersection of local languages and the science of taxonomy.

Shasta has over a decade of experience speaking to professionals, communities and students, spreading science literacy and academic anarchy.

You might call her a 7th day entomologist. Shasta is here to share the good news about bugs.