An aphid-like insect that attacks and kills evergreens is in Michigan and likely to reach Wisconsin. Entomologist Phil Pellitteri explains. Then we talk to “Insect Epiphany” author and UW-La Crosse entomology professor Barrett Klein.
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Christmas tree-killing insect in Michigan is bound for Wisconsin
An invasive insect that kills fir trees is threatening Michigan’s Christmas tree industry. And the woolly adelgids “are likely on their way to Wisconsin,” according to the Wisconsin DNR. Entomologist Phil Pellitteri joins us to talk about the tiny invasive insects.
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‘Insect Epiphany’ author argues that human culture owes much to bugs
Insects and products made from insects have transformed art, medicine, technology and human kind as a whole. This is “The Insect Epiphany” – and title of a new book by UW-La Crosse entomologist Barrett Klein, who joins us.
Episode Credits
- Larry Meiller Host/Producer
- Phil Pellitteri Guest
- Barrett Klein Guest
- Jill Nadeau Executive Producer
- Joel Patenaude Producer
- Jeff Robbins Technical Director
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