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Post by politula on Dec 7, 2014 10:52:17 GMT -8
What I remember from several years ago is that there was vicious fighting over politics. That’s when people left in large numbers. The forums were often dominated by right-wing, old, white men and it was at times offensive. Clark ended up purging the whole Porchlight forum because of its content; he had no choice.
As far as fewer postings, sadly insect collecting is in a tail spin. Young people are completely engaged in various forms of electronic feed; they are totally focused inward. The hobby is dying with us, the last generation.
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Post by Adam Cotton on Dec 7, 2014 13:15:46 GMT -8
"The hobby is dying with us, the last generation".
I am not sure this is true, collecting is certainly diminishing but at the same time many more people are taking up insect photography. Many photographers are vehemently anti-collecting though.
Adam.
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Post by politula on Dec 7, 2014 13:33:26 GMT -8
Good point!
I think what will hurt collectors in the very near future are bans on collecting on public lands and the ability to sent trade material internationally. I see this as inevitable.
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Post by tis on Dec 12, 2014 9:12:55 GMT -8
I don't think the hobby is dying. As a specimen dealer I am seeing more and more new customers all the time.
There have always been bans on collecting in certain areas, like national parks and a few other places. There does not seem to be anything really new and aggressive out there these days to change things. 30 years ago we always worried about sending material internationally so I don't think it is inevitable that this will be banned as it actually seems easier as long as the right declarations are in place and if anything needs a permit that should also be adhered to.
Yes, insect photography is becoming more popular but I know more collectors who photograph and still collect than the alternative.
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