Dr Ross Piper is an entomologist, zoologist and ecologist. In addition to the ecological consultancy he provides in the UK, his work has taken him around the world where he has discovered a new genus and several new species. Eager to share his enthusiasm for the natural world, he has written numerous books and articles and worked on TV projects as an on-screen expert and consultant for the likes of the BBC, the Smithsonian Institution and various independent production companies. Ross is also a Green Party district councillor for the Needham Market Ward.