Bug Squad

A daily (M-F) blog launched Aug. 6, 2008 and about the wonderful world of insects and those who study them. (Photo by Kathy Keatley Garvey)
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Forensic entomologist Robert Kimsey explaining the importance of labeling. (Photo by Kathy Keatley Garvey)

Bugs for All, All for Bugs

October 8, 2025
By Kathy Keatley Garvey
 The Bohart Museum of Entomology open house, themed "Museum ABCs: How to Collect and Curate,"  drew scores of insect enthusiasts.Held from 1 to 4 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 5, in the Academic Surge Building, 455 Crocker Lane, UC Davis campus, the event attracted visitors from as far away as Arizona and as…
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Praying mantis, Stagmomantis limbata, in patch of African blue basil. (Photo by Kathy Keatley Garvey)

Whatcha Doing, Ms. Mantis?

October 6, 2025
By Kathy Keatley Garvey
 A praying mantis, Stagmomantis limbata, is hanging out in a patch of African blue basil in a Vacaville garden.Me: "Whatcha doing, Ms. Mantis?"Ms. Mantis: "Oh, just watching the bees. Look at how much pollen and nectar they're collecting! It's a bee-utiful thing!"Me: "Just watching them?"Ms. Mantis: …
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Greg Kareofelas (left) and Jeff Smith in the Lepidoptera collection at the Bohart Museum of Entomology. (Photo by Kathy Keatley Garvey)

What You'll Learn at the Bohart Museum Open House

October 3, 2025
By Kathy Keatley Garvey
 So much to see, so much to do, so much to learn...If you're an insect enthusiast or a budding entomologist or just curious, you especially won't want to miss the Bohart Museum of Entomology open house,  "Museum ABCs: How to Collect and Curate," set Sunday, Oct. 5.The open house, free and family…
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Diane Ullman speaking at dedication of Nature's Gallery. (Photo by Kathy Keatley Garvey)

Helping the UC Davis Art/Science Fusion Program: Let's Do This!

October 2, 2025
By Kathy Keatley Garvey
 Let's do this! The UC Davis Art/Science Fusion Program has launched a Crowdfund campaign to raise $10,000 during the month of October and needs our help.Any amount matters and every amount is appreciated.This is the program at which UC Davis undergraduate students connect science with art,…
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