- Author: Beatriz Nobua-Behrmann
Published on: September 14, 2022
UC ANR program trains volunteers to accurately identify and report infested trees, protecting forests and encouraging civic engagement through participatory science.
The Issue
Invasive pests are one of the main threats to our urban and natural forests. Tiny beetles, like the invasive shothole borers (ISHB), attack trees and cause their decline and death. Even though ISHB can have devastating effects to urban and natural forests throughout Southern California, many trees can still be saved with proper management, allowing infested areas to recover over time. Detecting infestations early is key for successful management of this pest and to prevent spread to new areas.
Participatory science can...
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Strategic Initiative:
Endemic and Invasive Pests and Diseases
Public Value:
UCANR: Protecting California's natural resources
Tags: emerging tree pests (1), invasive shothole borers (1)
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