Dr. Rob Higgins
Kamloops biologist ready to test new fire ant control method in South Okanagan
KAMLOOPS – Thompson Rivers University biologist Rob Higgins hopes to test a new concept for…
Gaining ground in fight against Naramata’s fire ants
NARAMATA - A biologist from Thompson Rivers University has made some progress in his battle to stop an invasive species of fire ant from gaining a foot hold in the South Okanagan. Dr. Robert J. Higgins and assistant Naomi Harder have been working to find an effective method of eliminating the invasive species discovered in Naramata...
Beneficial ants being mistaken for invasive species in Naramata
PENTICTON - A beneficial native species of ant is being mistaken for an invasive species that doesn’t, according to a Thompson Rivers University researcher. Following an InfoNews story on the European fire ant last week, several people have taken to social media to express fear those ants have taken up residence in their neighbourhood. University researcher...