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Spongy Moth: A Persistent Pest With a New Name and Ongoing Impact

The spongy moth (Lymantria dispar), formerly known as the gypsy moth, is one of the most damaging invasive forest pests in North America. Native to

October 2, 2025

Tree-of-Heaven: A Fast-Growing Invader with Hidden Consequences

At first glance, the Tree-of-Heaven (Ailanthus altissima) may look like just another leafy tree along a roadside or urban lot. Its fast growth and hardy

October 1, 2025

How OBBB Impacts Invasive Species and Forest Resilience Programs

On July 4, 2025, Congress passed H.R. 1, nicknamed the “One Big Beautiful Bill” (OBBB) by its proponents, to become Public Law 119-21. To accomplish

September 22, 2025

NAISMA Capitol Hill Visit

Last week, NAISMA took another important step forward in strengthening our nation's response to invasive species. Through targeted meetings with Congressional offices, we helped drive

September 18, 2025

Kudzu: The “Vine That Ate the South”

Introduced from Asia in the late 1800s, kudzu was once promoted for erosion control and livestock forage. Today, it is one of the most notorious

September 15, 2025

The Golden Mussel Invasion: A Tiny Mollusk with Massive Impact

When it comes to aquatic invaders, the golden mussel (Limnoperna fortunei) might be small in size, but it’s already making big waves in the Americas.

September 2, 2025

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