Research

The western thatch ant, Formica obscuripes, is an abundant, generalist predator in coastal dune ecosystems of northern California.  This ant tends several aphid species (Aphis farinosa in video) for their honeydew and aphids are protected from predators while they are … Continued

Wind is a pervasive abiotic force in coastal dune ecosystems of northern California and can have dramatic effects on plant growth.  The willow, Salix hookeriana, is an abundant tree in these coastal dunes and they host a diverse community of … Continued