Jeffrey Rich graduated from Humboldt State University in 1983 with a BS in Wildlife biology, in 1985 with a BS in Biology, and earned a life science teaching credential in 1986. In 2012, he completed his masters degree in science teaching and education. Since 1987, Jeff has been teaching science, leading photo tours, and photographing nature professionally. He is currently teaching science and photography at Stellar Charter School in Redding, CA.
Jeff is a wildlife and bird photography specialist with photos published in National Wildlife, National Geographic publications, Audubon, and many other publications. Jeff has also written a number of articles about wildlife and birds. His first book, Baby Birds, was published by Rio Nuevo. His more recent book, The Complete Guide to Bird Photography, is available from Amherst Media. Jeff has been teaching nature photo workshops and tours since February 1991. He currently resides in Cottonwood, California.