New York Making New Plan To Fight 'Destructive' Asian Pest
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Tue, 11 August 2026
1 report- hudsonvalleycountry.com17:00first to report
That invasive bug you've probably seen all over the Hudson Valley is getting a new level of attention from New York lawmakers.
Wed, 19 August 2026
1 report- wfsb.com21:36
Spotted lanternflies are showing up in more places across Connecticut, and state officials are working on a solution.
Mon, 24 August 2026
2 reports- westernmassnews.com19:15
Jane Gozgit, who has been retired for two years, said she steps into her backyard each morning with a spray bottle and fly swatter to deal with the insects.
- wyso.org21:07
The invasive spotted lanternfly has returned to Northeast Ohio, and experts say to take action to bring the numbers down.
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- wosu.org24 Aug, 21:07their copy
Wed, 26 August 2026
3 reports- fox29.com11:43
The spotted lanternfly’s favorite tree may be growing along a Northeast roadside or in your own backyard. Here’s how to spot tree-of-heaven and why cutting it down can backfire.
- chinookobserver.com12:43
One of the most destructive invasive pests in the nation has arrived in southern Washington, posing a grave threat to ash trees. State officials confirmed the presence of the emerald […]
- valleynewslive.com20:22
Cass County is under formal quarantine, with an area of concern surrounding the metro and infestations confirmed across western Minnesota
Thu, 27 August 2026
2 reports- patch.com00:48
The spotted lanternflies are popping up in great numbers on Long Island, with high concentrations on the East End, experts say.
- q1057.com11:42
An invasive insect from Asia called the Spotted Lanternfly has spread across New York State since arriving here in 2020, munching through grapes, maples, and dozens of other plants that matter to local farms and forests.
Tue, 1 September 2026
1 report- medicinehatnews.com10:25
nestdesk@medicinehatnews.com The city has recently released an update on ongoing efforts to target and control leafy spurge, a noxious invasive plant, after more than 2,000 beetles were released a year ago as a non-pesticide control method. In the past the city has introduced herds of goats that would graze in designated areas of Police Point
Fri, 4 September 2026
1 report- kait8.com23:34
The little pinecones hanging off your evergreen trees and shrubs may be bagworms. This camouflaged culprit is the bagworm, an invasive insect that devours trees.
1 reprint
- ksla.com4 Sept, 23:34their copy
Sun, 6 September 2026
1 report- ukiahdailyjournal.com19:30
Land Trust of Napa County scientists are expanding native milkweed habitat at Sutro Preserve, where about 20 monarch caterpillars were recently documented amid a yearslong restoration effort.
Tue, 8 September 2026
1 report- Times of India17:37
Controlling invasive spotted knapweed biologically has initiated an unexpected ecological chain reaction. Gall flies, introduced as a control measure, have turned into a vital winter food source for deer mice, causing a surge in their populations and an uptick in hantavirus spread. Areas dense with knapweed report more infected mice than those with native grasslands.
Thu, 10 September 2026
1 report- fox2detroit.com16:10
The pest's spread in Michigan is not surprising, but represents another challenge for officials hoping to slow the tide of invasive species moving into the state.
Fri, 11 September 2026
1 report- yahoo.com13:26
Cooler temps will have an impact on stink bugs and spotted lantern flies. What you should know before the first frost.
Thu, 17 September 2026
1 report- Wirtualna Polska (Poland)06:34
Skupieniec lipowy (Oxycarenus lavaterae) tworzy jesienią zwarte kolonie na pniach drzew i potrafi masowo przemieszczać się w kierunku budynków. Jak wskazują specjaliści z Instytutu Ochrony Przyrody PAN, to obcy gatunek potencjalnie inwazyjny, notowany w Polsce mniej więcej od dekady. Owad nie jest groźny dla ludzi, ale bywa uciążliwy i może osłabiać rośliny.
Fri, 18 September 2026
1 report- wilx.com16:35
U.S. Customs and Border Protection agriculture specialists at Detroit Metropolitan Airport intercepted a first-in-the-nation batch of potentially destructive giant scale insects earlier this year, officials said.
Sat, 19 September 2026
1 report- Times of India16:34
Canada confirmed its first spotted lanternfly detection in Windsor, Ontario. Movement restrictions are now in place to prevent further spread of this invasive species. Surrounding areas are under surveillance to assess the infestation's extent. This pest poses significant risks to agriculture and forestry industries. Early detection and reporting are crucial for managing its impact.
Tue, 22 September 2026
1 report- wamc.org16:00
Spotted Lanternflies have gained widespread attention after persistent calls to squash them on sight. But is the campaign effective? And as they move into the Northeast, what risk do they actually pose? Listen to Northeast Notebook podcast episodes, published every weekday by 5 p.m. wherever you listen to podcasts!
Tue, 29 September 2026
1 report- uconn.edu07:15
Developing a more coordinated approach to training citizen scientists could help protect ecosystems from invasive species that don't stop at state borders
Wed, 30 September 2026
1 report- fingerlakes1.com16:00
Spotted lanternflies are becoming more established in the Finger Lakes, with large numbers reported in downtown Ithaca, according to The Ithaca Voice. The invasive insect has also been documented in Ovid, Geneva, Watkins Glen and some area vineyards.
Thu, 1 October 2026
1 report- kroc.com15:36
Boxelder bugs are swarming Minnesota homes as fall arrives, seeking warmth in cracks and crevices. The University of Minnesota Extension says a sage spray can naturally repel them, or seal up your windows and doors to keep them out.
1 reprint
- quickcountry.com1 Oct, 15:36their copy
Sat, 3 October 2026
1 report- Times of India12:28
Originally imported to the United States for biological pest control, the multicoloured Asian lady beetle, or Harmonia axyridis, has turned invasive. Competing with native ladybugs, this species disrupts ecosystems. While it helps manage aphid populations, its autumn behavior drives adult beetles to invade homes, creating an unwanted nuisance. This case serves as a cautionary tale about the unintended effects of introducing nonnative species into local environments.
Sun, 4 October 2026
1 report- South China Morning Post11:00
Authorities in the Chinese capital are releasing more than a billion parasitic wasps and encouraging caterpillar-catching competitions to try to contain the spread of the invasive North American fall webworm. The caterpillars have blanketed trees in Beijing and surrounding areas this summer, spinning clouds of greyish-white webs as they eat their way through foliage. The insects are the fuzzy larval stage of Hyphantria cunea and metamorphose into adult white moths. While not harmful to...
Mon, 5 October 2026
2 reports- Channel News Asia05:59
Some people have been spending their holiday hunting for fall webworm larvae, an invasive species the Beijing Wildlife Park has dubbed "the forest food monster".
- kffm.com19:53
Have you spotted them crawling near your doors yet? If not, you will soon. Your warm home is the prime target for these bugs because they hate being outside in the cold weather just as much as we do. Keep them away.
Wed, 7 October 2026
1 report- mauinews.com20:15
Maui County residents are being encouraged to collect and submit ants found on their properties this month as part of the state’s annual “Stop the Ant Month” campaign. The effort is aimed at locating and controlling invasive little fire ants and detecting other harmful species that are not yet established in Hawaii. Little fire ants […]
Thu, 15 October 2026
1 report- newstalkkit.com17:04
Emerald Ash Borer Now Found in Walla Walla County
Fri, 16 October 2026
1 report- Der Spiegel (Germany)07:55
Millionen Einpunkt-Graseulen fallen derzeit über den Schweizer Kanton St. Gallen her. Betroffene finden drastische Worte und klagen, teilweise sei »jeder Quadratzentimeter voller Raupen«. Hoffnung macht der Winter.
Mon, 26 October 2026
1 report- nbcmontana.com12:41
Researchers at Montana Technological University and the University of Szeged in Hungary have found preliminary evidence that multiple invasive plant species gro
Mon, 2 November 2026
1 report- thedailyworld.com09:30
Even though fall means rain and less than ideal weather for working outside, it’s prime planting time for restoration projects and removing invasive plants is a year-round activity. Find an event near you and get outside to help steward natural landscapes and make friends.
Thu, 5 November 2026
1 report- ABC News (Australia)19:19
An invasive sap-sucking insect that kills pines has led to the removal of more than 5,000 trees across Adelaide's north-east, with residents lamenting the loss of the area's charm.