Maria Murrietta Maria Murrietta

It’s Too Early for White Lined Sphinx Moths

It’s too early to talk about white lined sphinx moths. It’s only February! This species is normally a springtime migrator.  This is just one example of how insects are responding to changing weather patterns.

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Maria Murrietta Maria Murrietta

Justifying Biological Control…Again

Educating people about biological control is necessary, rewarding and challenging. It’s a skill that requires time and patience, trial and error. My trials and errors began 30 years ago at UC Riverside. Today, reading headlines with incendiary word choices, it’s clear that science communication is as important as ever.

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Maria Murrietta Maria Murrietta

¡Argentine Ants!

We’re taking a deep dive into the world of Argentine ants. We'll break down how to keep ants out of your house and off your plants by understanding their mission to find food. This isn't just about short-term fixes; we're talking about effective, long-term management strategies.

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