Managing Leaves to Maximize Biodiversity

Free. Webinar. Presented by Cornell Lab
This webinar will be recorded and emailed to all registrants.
Autumn leaf removal is a widespread landscaping practice, yet new research suggests it poses a significant threat to native urban insect populations that depend on leaf litter for overwintering habitat. This presentation discusses the ecological function of fallen leaves for native butterflies, moths, and other beneficial insects. Attendees will learn evidence-based yard management strategies to protect and increase the biodiversity of their yards.
About the Speaker: Max Ferlauto, PhD; State Entomologist at Maryland Department of Natural Resources
Max was raised in the District of Columbia, Maryland, and Virginia metropolitan area (DMV) where he developed a fascination with urban ecology. Then he went to Juniata College and majored in Plant Ecology. He then received a PhD in Entomology from the University of Maryland studying the effects of leaf raking on overwintering insects. He now works as the State Entomologist for the MD Natural Heritage Program where he studies and conserves rare insects.

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