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Check your trees for this invasive species
HARTFORD, CT (WFSB) - State fish and wildlife officials urged people to check their trees for an invasive insect species.
Is stomping enough to curb lanternflies? CT expert on dealing with invasive species
From your trees to your sidewalks to your office buildings, adult spotted lanternflies are once again out in droves as the ...
Stratford marsh draws flock of birders to see tricolored heron, other species
The tricolored heron has been the top draw, but also present consistently is a pair of blue-winged teal, which are uncommon ...
How a high-end CT restaurant goes truly natural. Dishes ‘delight but also honor the ecosystem’: chef
It really taps into Connecticut Chef Brian Lewis’ creative side when shoreline forager Hunter Peterson arrives at Lewis’ restaurant with slipper limpets, periwinkle snails, golden oyster mushrooms, ...
Officials forced to shut down popular beach due to concerning infestation: 'This decision comes after extensive consultation'
Along with ticks, however, officials observed an increase in protected Audubon bird species nesting on the beach. These birds ...
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Scientists make incredible discovery after studying daily habits of humble creature: 'Critical to our future'
"We thought that maybe we should investigate." Scientists make incredible discovery after studying daily habits of humble ...
Invasive moth spreads to new state: Where else has it been detected?
The Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (VDACS) has confirmed the detection of a new invasive insect in ...
This invasive moth can be found in Connecticut
The Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (VDACS) has confirmed the detection of a new invasive insect in ...
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As CT spotted lanternfly populations explode, new predators could eventually provide relief
A spotted lanternfly in Providence, R.I. in 2024. The invasive pest, known to weaken and kill trees by feeding on their sap, ...
7 Innocent-Looking Plants That Are Banned in Some States
Not all plants are innocent. They might look beautiful in your garden or harmless on a windowsill, but some plants are far ...
Used oyster shells dumped into water to help restore ecosystem
Oyster beds are critical to a healthy ocean, because they filter water, prevent erosion and provide a home for an estimated ...