Study: California crops that lack close native relatives require less pesticide
Persimmons, asparagus, figs and other crops distantly related to native California plants attract fewer pests and diseases than the closer kin, and thus receive fewer pesticide treatments, according to a newly published article by two UC Davis-linked scientists in the Proceedings of the Natural Academy of Sciences.
New video series and website help tell the story of vulnerable California species
According to a 2019 United Nations report on species extinction, an estimated one million animal and plant species worldwide are now threatened with extinction, many within decades, more than ever before in human history.
Mobilizing your Community to Conserve Pollinators: An Introduction to Applying to Bee City USA
Join affiliates from across the country as they share their experiences helping their communities become affiliates of Bee City USA.
Biologists Attempt to Foster Orphaned Mountain Lion Kittens
Both Kittens Are Now Living at a Wildlife Sanctuary in Arizona
California Native Plant Society Zoom Speaker Series
Wednesday, October 14th, 7:00 PM (virtually via Zoom)
Beauty and the Beast: California Wildflowers and Climate Change
Hardcore Natural History
Every quarter Hardcore Natural History selects a theme and presents three evenings to examine that through three lenses: plant, animal, and cultural. Our speakers address the most current research in those three respective areas so that guests are able to learn about history, while it is happening. Up next: The Price of Pesticides with Sarah Hoyle
Mitigating the Effects of Climate Change On Grassland Butterflies
Grasslands provide important habitat for a range of butterflies, some of which rely on these open sunny habitats for survival.
As wildfires continue in western United States, biologists fear for vulnerable species
Ecologists fear the wildfires also could inflict lasting damage on species and ecosystems. In particular, they worry the loss of habitat could imperil species with small populations or restricted ranges, and that incinerated ecosystems will fail to rebound in a warming climate, leading to permanent landscape changes.
Sacred Pollinators: An Interview with Frank K. Lake
An interview with research ecologist Frank K. Lake.
Birding in California
More bird species have been recorded in California (660 plus) than in any other state.