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Insect data from OSU research helps assess habitat quality for sage-grouse
The information allows the Bureau of Land Management to correlate sagebrush steppe vegetation data and insect populations to better assess the condition of sage-grouse habitat.
Forestry Extension assists state with monitoring the invasive gypsy moth
FNR agents and volunteers deployed and collected 340 traps across western Oregon for the IPPM program.
How long can zebra mussels live out of water? A math model.
Students use an online quarantine estimator to determine how long zebra mussels can survive out of water. By varying the settings, such as location in country and month of the year, students can observe how the time needed to dry a boat is related to the time of year and the local climate (humidity and temperature). This curriculum on invasive zebra and quagga mussels is part of the Menace to the West on Oregon Sea Grant's website.
Zebra & Quagga Mussels: Species Guide At A Glance
This is a one-page fact sheet about invasive zebra and quagga mussels. It includes a map of the U.S. where the mussels have spread and other quick facts. The sheet is part of the invasive species curriculum Menace to the West. It is hosted on the Oregon Sea Grant website.
Zebra & Quagga Mussels Species Guide
This guide provides in depth information on invasive zebra and quagga muscles. It is a companion resource to the Menace to the West an invasive species curriculum. Appropriate for grades 8-12.
Pest Alert: Invasive zebra mussels arrive in Oregon in “moss” balls sold for aquariums
Pest alert! The highly invasive Zebra mussels have made it into Oregon through moss balls, popular among aquarium hobbyists and commonly sold in pet stores.
Should I plant wildflowers in burn areas?
Q: I am wondering if it is a good idea to spread wildflower seeds in the burned out old growth forest in the Detroit area.
Microscopic insect that liquefies slugs may be answer to controlling this invasive pest
In Oregon at least half of the 20 top agricultural commodities suffer from slug damage.
Are all Milkweeds dangerous to livestock?
Q: We’re having a discussion about milkweed in our gardening group in South Deschutes. A member is concerned about us growing Milkweed for Monarchs as she fears it is fatal to cattle and sheep and will spread. True? And does this apply to all milkweed?
