The RIVRLab has been involved in numerous studies in the Santa Clara sytem, including evaluation of impacts of Arundo invasion and potential application of biological control of it and other invasive plants such as tamarisk and Cape ivy. We are in the process of developing a research station in the watershed to facilitate research on native and non-native species in the watershed.
In collaboration with the USGS, we are evaluating effectiveness of methods for controlling tamarisk, and for promoting recovery of riparian plants and associated wildlife. The recent introduction of the Saltcedar Leaf Beetle, Diorhabda elongata, for suppressing tamarisk in the Virgin River provides the opportunity to conduct intensive evaluation of the beetle's dispersal and establishment process...
The SCSWRC is a multi-disciplinary consortium scientists from the UC, the National Marine Fisheries Service that conducts research and restoration programs to promote conservation of endangered Southern Steelhead Trout, associated aquatic and riparian species. The Center is affiliated with the Coastal Research Center and administered through the Marine Science Institute at UCSB.
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