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)

Extension apiculturist Elina Lastro Niño (left) demonstrates how to open a hive to a UC Davis summer camp. She'll be giving three live bee demonstrations at the California Honey Bee Festival: the first at 11:15, then 1 p.m. and the third at 3:45 in the bee tent. (Photo by Kathy Keatley Garvey)

Why You Should Bee-Coming to the California Honey Festival

May 2, 2018

By Kathy Keatley Garvey

Here's why you should bee-coming to the second annual California Honey Festival, set from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday, May 5 in downtown Woodland. Think fun, food, friends, family, and free. The honey-of-an-event--attendance is free--promises to be both entertaining and educational.

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This is Aedes aegypti, also known as "The Yellow Fever Mosquito." It transmits Zika and other viruses. (CDC Photo)

UC Davis Symposium to Target Zika, West Nile and Other Vector-Borne Diseases

May 1, 2018

By Kathy Keatley Garvey

They'll target Zika, West Nile, Chikungunya and other vector-borne diseases. The annual UC Davis Research Symposium on the Designated Emphasis in the Biology of Vector-Borne Diseases (DEBVPD) takes place from 3 to 8 p.m.

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Bruce Hammock is a UC Davis distinguished professor of entomology with a joint appointment at the UC Davis Comprehensive Cancer Center. (Photo by Kathy Keatley Garvey)

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In the News: Hammock and Zhang Labs Target Obesity-Enhanced Colon Cancer

April 30, 2018

By Kathy Keatley Garvey

Bruce Hammock, a distinguished professor of entomology with the UC Davis Department of Entomology and Nematology who holds a joint appointment with the UC Davis Comprehensive Cancer Center, kept busy today--along with his colleagues--answering news media queries.

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While mom (right) observes, Steven Mao, 7, of Davis, watches Dave Driscoll of the Fly Fishers of Davis tie a fly during the 104th annual UC Davis Picnic Day. (Photo by Kathy Keatley Garvey)

Fly Fishers of Davis: Tying One On

April 27, 2018

By Kathy Keatley Garvey

It was difficult to say who enjoyed this event the most: the Fly Fishers of Davis demonstrating how to tie flies, or the youngsters watching them.

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Bug Doctor Brendon Boudinot answers a question from Lilliana Phillips, 5, of Carmichael, as her father, William Phillips, watches. (Photo by Kathy Keatley Garvey)

The Doctor Is In: 'Bug Me'

April 26, 2018

By Kathy Keatley Garvey

The handwritten sign at the "Bug Doctor" booth at Briggs Hall during the 104th annual UC Davis Picnic Day read "Bug Me with Questions." And attendees did. They asked questions, expressed concerns, and offered comments.

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