A Lifelong Passion for Six-Legged Friends
Meet Pan Xiaochang, a Beijing-based insect enthusiast who’s spent over two decades unraveling the secrets of the city’s tiniest residents. From dazzling beetles to industrious ants, Beijing’s insect biodiversity is a hidden gem—home to over 5,000 species of beetles alone! 🪲
Teaching the Next Generation of Eco-Guardians
Pan isn’t just a bug expert—he’s a science educator on a mission. Through hands-on workshops, he’s teaching kids to swap fear for curiosity. 🌿 \"Insects are superheroes of our ecosystem,\" he says. His lessons focus on conservation, showing how protecting these critters safeguards our planet.
Did you know? Urban insects like Beijing’s beetles play crucial roles in pollination and waste decomposition. Pan’s work highlights why biodiversity matters, even in big cities. 💡
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