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Can I Bug You?

UC Riverside
Entomology
Insects
Bees
Pollination
UC Riverside
Biodiversity Crisis
Parasitoids
Invasive Species
Insect Olympics
Microbes
Biological Control
Leaf Miners
Climate Change
Northern Giant Hornet
Entomophagy
Weevils
Native Plants
Insect Conservation
Agriculture
Cicadas

A twice-monthly deep dive into the sometimes creepy but mostly fascinating world of insects with one of the world's foremost experts on the topic, UC Riverside entomologist Dr. Doug Yanega.

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Recent Guests

Jim Carpenter
Entomologist and curator at the American Museum of Natural History
American Museum of Natural History
Episode: Ep. 46: W-2 (much paperwork)
Tristan Hallam
Director of Scientific Programs at the San Gabriel Valley Mosquito and Vector Control District
San Gabriel Valley Mosquito and Vector Control District
Episode: Ep. 45: The great eye-biting fly epidemic that wasn't
Matt Buffington
Research entomologist, US Geological Survey/ARS expert on gall wasps
United States Agricultural Research Service
Episode: Ep. 43: Welcome to the wasp hotel
Hollis Woodard
UCR Entomologist
UC Riverside
Episode: Ep. 40 - Insects are wildlife, too
Zachary Macdonald
UCR Entomologist
UC Riverside
Episode: Ep. 40 - Insects are wildlife, too
Alejandra Rocha
Doctoral student in entomology studying leaf miners
UC Riverside
Episode: Ep. 37: Minecraft: the secret lives of leafminers
Dr. John Heraty
Esteemed UCR entomology professor studying parasitoids
UC Riverside
Episode: Ep. 34: Hostile takeover, insect style
Dr. Doug Yanega
Senior scientist at UCR's Entomology Research Museum
UC Riverside
Episode: Ep. 34: Hostile takeover, insect style
Dr. Erin Wilson Rankin
Professor of entomology at UCR, studies interactions of local and invasive insects.
UC Riverside
Episode: Ep. 31: Lawn and order: pollinator unit

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Jules Bernstein
UC Riverside science writer
Dr. Doug Yanega
Senior Scientist at UC Riverside's Entomology Research Museum

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Ep. 45: The great eye-biting fly epidemic that wasn't
Q: What are these flies and why are they swarming now in the San Gabriel Valley?
They are blackflies (buffalo gnats), which bloom when cool streams provide habitat and are amplified by recent snowmelt and unseasonably warm temperatures; humans are targeted due to heat and olfactory cues, but the flies primarily feed on exposed skin and blood.
Ep. 39: The end is nigh?
Q: If we fail now to reach a point and quickly where we're protecting insect species, what do you think future generations will be most shocked that we failed to protect?
Future generations may be indifferent about insect extinction because they won't even know what biodiversity is lost.
Ep. 39: The end is nigh?
Q: Could robots or AI possibly be useful in helping conserve the species?
Yes, technology is being harnessed for conservation purposes, such as evaluating extinction risks and developing species distribution models.
Ep. 39: The end is nigh?
Q: What are the biggest threats facing arthropods right now?
Habitat loss, climate change, pesticides, and invasive species are all significant threats.
Ep. 33: The jaws of life (and death)
Q: What do you think is the most interesting mouth part found in insects?
One of the most specialized mouth parts is found in a type of NeuroptanKnown as the spongilafly, which has unique gills and needle-like mouth parts to extract fluid from sponges.

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This show explores the insect world through conversations with entomology researchers, science writers, and students, often centering on biodiversity, conservation, and the practical impacts of insects on agriculture and ecosystems. Episodes mix accessible explanations with deep dives into topics like insect genetics, parasitoids, forensic entomology, and pest management, aided by guests who bring field experience, academic rigor, and hands-on expertise. Unique aspects include a strong emphasis on educational outreach (teaching gardens, citizen science, and public understanding of science) and a willingness to tackle both broad ecosystem questions and species-specific case studies, making it valuable for listeners who enjoy thoughtful scien... more

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