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Entomology (Study of Bugs)/Expert Profile
Expertise
I can answer questions about aquatic insects and invertebrates native to California. If you have an identification request, please attach a photo to your question.
Experience in the area
I was involved in collection and identification of aquatic invertebrates and insects for the United States Geological Survey, Biological Resources Division for six years. Also, I provided these same services intermittently for the UC Davis John Muir Institute of the Environment for many years. I have been a member of AllExperts.com since 2009.
Organizations
Department of the Interior: United States Geological Survey, Davis Field Station; University of California, Davis Aggie Alumni Association; UC Davis Center for Neuroscience; U.S. Department of Veteran's Affairs
Education/Credentials
I have two B.A.'s from the University of California, Davis and two Associate's degrees from Sacramento City College.
Awards and Honors
Special Thanks for Achieving Results award from the Department of the Interior
Average Ratings
Recent Reviews from Users
K = Knowledgeability C = Clarity of Response P = Politeness| User | Date | K | C | P | Comments |
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| Natasha | 05/17/13 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank you. The fact that they ..... |
| Hunter | 05/08/13 | 10 | 10 | 10 | That is amazing thank you so much ..... |
| Marcela | 05/02/13 | 10 | 10 | 10 | |
| Matthew | 03/17/13 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank you so much. It's awful having ..... |
| JK | 02/27/13 | 10 | 10 | 10 | She was EXCELLENT. THANK you very , very ..... |
Recent Answers from Jessica Mellinger
2013-05-16 Can rat mites live in Carefresh animal bedding?:
Hello Natasha, I am sure Carefresh can tell you more information about their packing and sterilization processes. Whether they always adhere to company policy, of course, is information they wouldn't
2013-05-16 Can rat mites live in Carefresh animal bedding?:
Hello Natasha, Although I had not heard of this rumor, it sounds dubious to me. I also don't want to spread misinformation, so you should check with the company before giving people advice. However
2013-05-02 Insect ID Request:
Hello Marcela, Thank you for the photo! You found a Plume Moth (Pterophoridae). Their wings aren't the best for flying, but are good for camouflage because, as you noticed, they look like sticks.
2013-03-17 Tarantula invasion!:
Hello Matthew, Thank you for the great question! You saw a tarantula migration. Once a year, in the fall, male tarantulas that are about 7 years old will come out of their holes and migrate very long
2013-03-12 i dont know what it is:
Hello Nukoma, Please try to send a photo with your identification requests. This enables me to make a confident identification. However, I suspect that you may have seen a Red Velvet Ant, which is actually
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