Conservation Biologist & Science Communicator; Award-Winning Author of "Feathers" & "Buzz"

San Juan County, WA, USA
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Thor Hanson Biography

Thor Hanson is a conservation biologist and author whose work bridges scientific research with storytelling for general audiences. Hanson's research covers a range of topics, including tropical trees, songbirds, wild bees, endangered species, and the relationship between armed conflict and biodiversity conservation. His fieldwork has taken him to Central America, Tanzania, and Alaska, and he has contributed to conservation initiatives such as the mountain gorilla tourism program in Uganda and brown bear management in Alaska.

Hanson has published six books for general audiences, including "Feathers," "Buzz," "The Triumph of Seeds," "Hurricane Lizards and Plastic Squid," and "Close to Home," as well as a children's book. His writing has earned honors such as the John Burroughs Medal, the Phi Beta Kappa Award in Science, three Pacific Northwest Book Awards, a Guggenheim Fellowship, and a Switzer Environmental Fellowship. Hanson frequently appears in media outlets and public forums, including PBS's "American Spring LIVE," NPR's "Fresh Air," "Science Friday," and the Aspen Ideas Festival.

As a public speaker, Hanson connects audiences with topics such as the evolutionary biology of feathers and the realities of climate change. His presentations draw on scientific expertise and storytelling to encourage appreciation and protection of biodiversity. Hanson's career highlights the role of science communication in fostering environmental stewardship and curiosity, establishing him as a prominent voice in conservation and natural history.

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Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 12/09/2025.

Thor Hanson Videos

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The routines of modern life can often cause us to fall out of touch with our surroundings. But reconnecting with our world can go much further than...

Biologist Answers Biology Questions From Twitter | Tech Support | WIRED

Biologist Answers Biology Questions From Twitter | Tech Support | WIRED

Biologist Thor Hanson answers the internet's burning questions about biology. How do extinct species come back? How will the human species evolve?...

How Animals Are Rapidly Evolving Because of Climate Change | WIRED

How Animals Are Rapidly Evolving Because of Climate Change | WIRED

Squids are shrinking, birds are migrating and lizards are getting blown away by hurricanes. The signs are everywhere; animals are changing because of...

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