Recently, we have been getting sporadic bouts of rain on the UP which has given me an opportunity to plan out some cruising routes for work. Planning out these routes is important because it helps to think about the most efficient way to go from one plot to the next before actually getting into the…
Category: Books
Extinct Trees of the U.S.
When we hear about extinct species, it’s usually in reference to animals, and most often large vertebrates. What we hear about far less often is the extinction of plant species, and specifically extinct trees. But is this because few plants actually go extinct? No. In fact, a recent article has documented the extent of recognized…
The Incredible Diversity of Wasps
In the insect world we often hear about the diversity of insects and especially beetles (Coleoptera), but there is mounting evidence that the diversity of wasps may be even greater. In fact, wasps may be some of the most diverse insects in the world. And a recent book by behavioral ecologist at University College London,…