Gypsy Moth Caterpillar Found in Minnesota
Minnesota's first gypsy moth in caterpillar form was found recently in Duluth, confirming that the exotic pest which can defoliate wide swaths of forest is reproducing in Minnesota.
Minnesota's first gypsy moth in caterpillar form was found recently in Duluth, confirming that the exotic pest which can defoliate wide swaths of forest is reproducing in Minnesota.
Wednesday, May 12, 2010
Minnesota's battle against the gypsy moth is ready to resume. The state's Department of Agriculture is about to set 23,000 traps for the moths across the eastern border of Minnesota to note where new outbreaks of the invasive pest are occurring.
Tuesday, January 5, 2010
The number of gypsy moths in northern Minnesota continues to rise, despite successful efforts to eradicate established populations of the exotic insect. The Minnesota Department of Agriculture reported recently that it trapped 28,000 gypsy moths in the state in 2009, more than double the 2008 count.
Tuesday, September 22, 2009
A colony of non-native mussels has been found in Isle Royale National Park's Washington Harbor, park officials revealed yesterday. The discovery raises concern over the island park's large native mussel populations.
Monday, August 10, 2009
Invasive spiny water fleas have been present in northern Minnesota waters since 2006, but scientists have yet to see negative impacts from the plankton of European origin.
Wednesday, July 22, 2009
Last spring, the Friends of the Boundary Waters Wilderness welcomed new director Paul Danicic. Paul recently shared his thoughts on the state of the wilderness and the Friends’ role in protecting it with Wilderness News contributor Alissa Johnson. Originally published in part in the Summer 2009 issue of Wilderness News, read the full interview here.
Friday, July 17, 2009
The Minnesota Department of Agriculture is continuing it's aerial spraying efforts to stop the spread of invasive gypsy moths in northeastern Minnesota.
Monday, June 29, 2009
In an effort to slow the spread of emerald ash borers in the state, National Forest officials on Friday announced tightened restrictions on firewood use and transportation in Minnesota's Superior and Chippewa National Forests.
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Monday, July 26, 2010