Nature deals a blow to the spread of spongy moths in Wisconsin while climate change aids the spread of joro spiders to northern regions, explains UW-Madison entomologist PJ Liesch. Then, two WDNR invasive species specialists share success stories from across the state.
Featured in this Episode
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Insect update: Biologists welcome reports of a die-off of spongy moth caterpillars in Wisconsin
UW-Madison entomologist PJ Liesch is back. We talk with him about what’s hampering the spread of spongy moths in Wisconsin. We also talk about how climate change is aiding the spread of joro spiders to northern regions. Then, two WDNR invasive species specialists share success stories from across the state.
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Invasive species removal success stories
June is Invasive Species Action Month, and several professionals and volunteers have been recognized for their tireless efforts to root out non-native species around Wisconsin. From the DNR, we’re joined by conservation biologist Mackenzie Manicki and invasive plant specialist Jason Granberg.
Episode Credits
- Larry Meiller Host
- P.J. Liesch Guest
- Mackenzie Manicki Guest
- Jason Granberg Guest
- Jill Nadeau Executive Producer
- Joel Patenaude Producer
- Jeff Robbins Technical Director
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