Pests
How a devastating grape pest is reshaping vineyards across Colorado’s Western Slope
How a devastating grape pest is reshaping vineyards across Colorado’s Western Slope Colorado’s $3.9 billion wine industry is under threat from grape phylloxera, a devastating aphid-like insect that attacks grapevines and causes severe damage to roots. The infestation was first discovered in 2016 in Mesa County, Colorado, and has since spread to over 350 vineyard […]
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Bed bugs may be the first human pest
Bed bugs may be the first human pest Bed bugs are likely the first human pest, according to new research that compared the whole genome sequence of two genetically distinct lineages of bed bugs. The human-associated lineage of bed bugs followed a similar demographic pattern as humans and may be the first true urban pest, […]
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Boats can spread termites all over the world
Boats can spread termites all over the world Termites are spreading globally due to human activity, particularly through private boats, which can transport them across continents. The recreational boating industry is likely exacerbating the problem, as boats provide an ideal environment for termites to travel far beyond their native habitats. Invasive termite species like Formosan […]
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