Invasive Jumping Worms | Brad Herrick | Kickapoo Valley Reserve

Talk Description: Jumping worms are a non-native invasive species to Wisconsin and the Midwest U.S. This talk will focus on general earthworm biology and ecology, potential impacts of the jumping worm to forests and gardens, and potential control options. Presenter: Brad Herrick holds a BA in biology from Luther College and an MS in ecosystems studies from UW-Green Bay. He is the ecologist and research program manager at the UW-Madison Arboretum. His research interest include plant community ecology, invasion biology, and environmental monitoring. He also assists in developing long-term restoration plans for Arboretum lands. Recently has has been investigating the biology, ecology, and control mechanisms of the non-native, invasive jumping worm. The Ralph Nuzum Lecture Series is brought to you by the Ralph E Nuzum Kickapoo Reforestation Fund through the UW-Madison College of Agricultural and Life Sciences, the Friends of Kickapoo Valley Reserve, and supported by Badger Talks.