Iowa State graduate mixes acting with entomology Nov 1, 2009
Dunphy, a 2007 graduate of Iowa State University who has degrees in zoology, entomology and animal ecology, is a research assistant for ISU's Entomology Department. He works for the university's mosquito surveillance program and recently wrote a research article detailing the invasion of a new mosquito species in Iowa. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Why dusky sharks might not be such bad mothers after all Oct 25, 2009
He and his colleagues described in the Journal of Animal Ecology how it took 30 years of data collection to finally reveal their maternal secret. Pups are able to feed themselves as soon as they are born. (BBC News -- Science)
PHOTO: New Eyeless Crustacean Found in Underwater Cave Aug 27, 2009
The newest addition to the family sports several pairs of limbs, one of which are equipped with sharp, poisonous jaws that function as hypodermic needles, said study leader Stefan Koenemann of the Institute for Animal Ecology and Cell Biology at the University of Veterinary Medicine Hannover in Germany. The tiny hunter will grip its prey such as a much larger cave shrimp and then inject the poison into its victim. (National Geographic)
New Crustacean Discovered Near Canary Islands Aug 25, 2009
New Species Of Crustacean Discovered Near Canary Islands. New Species Of Crustacean Discovered Near Canary Islands. (Science Daily)
Fire Ant Outcompetes Other Species, Even In Its Native Habitat Jul 15, 2009
This study was published in Oecologia, a journal that deals with plant and animal ecology. Adapted from materials provided by. (Science Daily)
Midge keeps invasive mosquito in check, aiding native mosquitoes Jun 5, 2009
In a new study in the British Ecological Society's Journal of Animal Ecology, researchers report that the larvae of a tiny fly, the midge Corethrella appendiculata, eat more of the larvae of the invasive Asian tiger mosquito than of the native Eastern treehole mosquito (Aedes triseriatus). This allows the native mosquitoes to survive even though the invasive mosquitoes are better at gobbling up resources. (EurekAlert!)
Counting Sheep In Climate Change Predictions Jun 3, 2009
Journal of Animal Ecology, 2009; 78 (3): 666 DOI. Adapted from materials provided by , via , a service of AAAS. Email or share this story. (Science Daily)
MHS'ers learn more about the environment at state Envirothon competition Apr 30, 2009
Howard, who plans to study forestry and animal ecology at Iowa State University, said the competition was tough, but she appreciates the role of the event in preparing students for environment related careers. Details. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Trout Unlimited to meet tonight Mar 16, 2009
com University of Georgia distinguished research professor in animal ecology Gary Grossman will be the guest speaker at the next meeting of the Oconee River chapter of Trout Unlimited ... University of Georgia distinguished research professor in animal ecology Gary Grossman will be the guest speaker at the next meeting of the Oconee River chapter of Trout Unlimited. (Athens Banner-Herald)
What's the point of mosquitoes? Mar 15, 2009
The adult insects are food for birds, spiders and small reptiles and the larvae are food for small aquatic animals, and so are a normal part of our animal ecology. The female moquitoe needs animal (or human) blood for its eggs to mature, but in doing so carry and transmit in humans a large number of different parasitic and viral diseases, the most important of which is malaria, which kills several million people per year. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Master Gardener Program couldn't come at a better time, says Lee County Extension advisor Mar 10, 2009
The classes include: botany, propagation and soils, landscape plants, animal ecology, fruit culture, turfgrass, plant pathology and entomology, two trips to the Iowa State University campus in Ames for lab work, home landscape design, vegetables, herbaceous ornamentals, pesticides and weeds and houseplants. Some of the donated hours in the past have included work at the golf course in Donnellson; landscaping at city parks, schools and churches; going into schools and speaking about gardening and... (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
Central Lee graduate Andrea Mueller enjoys rewarding career at job at Kansas City, Mo., zoo Feb 28, 2009
After graduating from Central Lee High School in 1995, Andrea Mueller attended Iowa State University, Ames, majoring in animal ecology. By the second year, Mueller knew she wanted to use her degree by working in a zoo. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
Abandon hope Feb 21, 2009
John Vucetich, assistant professor of animal ecology at Michigan Technological University, and Michael Nelson, associate professor of environmental ethics at Michigan State University, challenge the widespread belief that hope can motivate people to solve overwhelming social and environmental problems. "Is hope a placebo, a distraction, merely sowing the seeds of disillusionment?" they ask, in an opinion piece titled "Abandon Hope." The authors, co-founders and directors of the Conservation... (EurekAlert!)
