Ecology

Phragmites is an invasive grass threatening wetlands across the continent. Utah ecologists are mapping its spread to help land managers control its growth.

On this episode, we talk with Robin Patten about her book "The Mountain: Journeys in High Places."

It turns out those pesky mosquitos that everyone wants to get rid of may benefit some landscapes, according to a study by this week's USU Ecology Center speaker.

The field of ecology doesn’t just refer to wildlife and wildlands. An associate professor at California State University studies how humans have transformed ecosystems in urban areas over time.

A Utah State University ecological researcher is teaming up with USU engineers to learn more about the spread of an invasive insect that is devastating native fir tree forests.

Over half of animal biomass on Earth is inhabited by insects. Every year, the Natural History Museum of Utah host’s BugFest, an event to educate and celebrate the importance and marvels of bugs.

A researcher at Utah State University and her team discovered that old seeds from a coastal marsh plant can be brought back to life.

Using a small flightless stick insect as a model, a Utah State University scientist is seeking answers to big questions about evolution.

In a changing world, freshwater species are increasingly imperiled. As the climate continues to change more systems will shift, but their transition depend on their resilience and our management choices.

Revisiting our conversation with Carl Safina regarding his book 'Alfie & Me', the story of the remarkable impact this little owl would have on their lives.