Curator of Tiny Wonders at The Nat | San Diego News

Meet Dr. Shahan Derkarabetian, the new curator of invertebrate zoology at the San Diego Natural History Museum, where he oversees a staggering collection of creatures without backbones—making up 90% of all life on Earth. From insects and spiders to worms and crustaceans, his role shapes research, conservation, and digitization efforts, thanks to a major new grant. Volunteers are key to cataloging millions of specimens, including priceless type specimens like one collected by Darwin himself. Explore this hidden world through interactive exhibits like the Living Lab and Amazement in the Basement—and maybe even spot a Goliath beetle with personal meaning. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/52a7ec6e205595a0