Adrian Riley

Adrian M. Riley is an acclaimed naturalist, author and wildlife tour leader whose passion for the natural world began in his Shropshire childhood and has shaped his life’s work ever since. Adrian’s early fascination for butterflies and moths led to a distinguished career as a professional entomologist at the world-renowned Rothamsted Research station in Harpenden, Hertfordshire. His involvement with the Institute continues to this day and now spans the better part of 50 years. He also contributes to the work of the Institute for Terrestrial Ecology. Formerly, he was a Trustee for the Norfolk Ornithologists’ Association and an Assistant Editor for the journal The Entomologist.