Nick Haddad

About the Author

Nick Haddad is a renowned entomologist and conservation biologist whose passion for the natural world has driven decades of groundbreaking research on imperiled species. With a PhD in ecology and a career spanning fieldwork in remote habitats to advocacy in policy arenas, Haddad has dedicated his life to unraveling the mysteries of biodiversity loss and championing solutions for its reversal. His debut book, The Last Butterflies: A Scientist's Quest to Save a Rare and Vanishing Creature, chronicles his ten-year odyssey tracking the elusive St. Francis' satyr butterfly, blending rigorous science with poignant storytelling to highlight the fragility of our ecosystems. Through his work, Haddad not only documents the beauty and peril of vanishing insects but also inspires readers to engage in the urgent fight against extinction, offering hope amid environmental crisis.