SAN FRANCISCO – A California ecosystem has gotten a big boost from an adorable, fluffy and hungry friend. At Elkhorn Slough National Estuarine Research Reserve, a newly-reinvigorated population of native southern sea otters has eaten so many invasive European green crabs that researchers say the otters have locally solved a problem that has plagued the West Coast for … [Read more...] about How Adorable Sea Otters Are Saving California’s Ecosystem by Battling Invasive Species
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Pink eggs: All you need to know about the Apple Snail
If you’ve noticed clusters of bright pink eggs in your garden, they might look harmless at first glance, but don’t be fooled. These vibrant eggs belong to the invasive apple snail, a dangerous species that poses a major threat to local ecosystems. Originally from South America, apple snails have spread worldwide, causing damage to plants, crops, and natural habitats. Keep … [Read more...] about Pink eggs: All you need to know about the Apple Snail
Killer Bugs: The Spotted Lanternfly Invasion
Hasan Jasim - Are you seeing these winged creatures near your home? You might want to consider getting rid of them. People across the eastern United States are waging war against a menacing invader that aims to destroy everything it touches. The spotted lanternfly, a seemingly harmless insect, is causing widespread havoc. If you encounter one of these highly invasive bugs, … [Read more...] about Killer Bugs: The Spotted Lanternfly Invasion