David Albaugh, a lifelong Rhode Islander known for his dual passions of entomology and all things strange, has established his home in Richmond, Rhode Island. This move allows him to continue his dedicated work in moth and butterfly conservation, while also providing a new backdrop for his explorations into local lore and the macabre through “David’s Basement of the Bizarre.”
Albaugh’s dedication to the natural world is evident in his continued focus on raising local species of butterflies and moths in a predator-free environment, releasing them back into the wild. His recent posts on “Dave the Bug Guy” from Richmond confirm his ongoing moth studies in the area, specifically mentioning his success in attracting various Saturniidae moths like Polyphemus, Cecropia, and Io to his yard. He notes that 2024 was an “amazing year for the giant silk moths” in Richmond, observing strong populations and interesting color variations in Polyphemus moths. This shift in location appears to have only deepened his engagement with local insect populations, with Albaugh documenting his findings and observations, including the abundance of certain species in the Richmond area.
Concurrently, Albaugh maintains his active presence with “David’s Basement of the Bizarre,” a platform where he shares his fascination with monster movies, comic books, UFOs, cryptozoology, and local legends. His “Roadside Rhode Island” section continues to explore the state’s eerie history, including the famed “vampire” legend of Mercy Brown and other haunted sites. Living in Richmond provides a new perspective for these explorations, undoubtedly influencing his insights into Rhode Island’s rich tapestry of strange tales.
Through his continued work on both “Dave the Bug Guy” and “David’s Basement of the Bizarre,” David Albaugh in Richmond, Rhode Island, remains a dedicated advocate for natural conservation and a captivating chronicler of the peculiar.
Leave a comment