Explore your backyard: Connect with nature across Jefferson County

Moths, insects that are necessary and beneficial pollinators, are sometimes thought of as drab, like the ugly duckling cousin of the more sophisticated butterfly. But if you pay attention to them, moths are just as beautiful, beneficial, and diverse as butterflies. Alabama has approximately 150 species of butterflies, but over 1,000 species of moths - ten times as many beautiful bugs for you to appreciate! 

We’re thrilled to welcome Darryl Washington as our new Chief Executive Officer. With just a few weeks on the job, he’s spending time getting to know the team, listening, and learning before setting the course ahead. From what drew him to the role to how he recharges in nature, here’s a quick Q&A to help you get to know him a little better.