Macomb County residents are encouraged by county health officials to watch for the egg masses of the spongy moth, an invasive insect that can cause significant damage to trees, and create nuisances.

Box tree moths are generally white with a brown border and a white “comma” on each forewing. (Michigan Department of Natural Resources) LAPEER COUNTY, Mich. – The invasive box tree moth (BTM) has been ...

Gardeners beware: a new invasive species is creating problems for Michigan plants in and around Metro Detroit. The Box Tree Moth likes to feed on boxwood plants, stripping the vegetation of its ...

A new population of box tree moths were found in Genesee County. This invasive pest is not a threat to Michigan’s natural resources, but could lead to significant defoliation and death of ornamental ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. The box tree moth has been confirmed in Genesee County — a first for state officials. Boxwoods in Michigan are struggling due to a ...

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) — The Michigan Department of Natural Resources says the spongy moth population has dropped in recent years, but the state isn’t in the clear. The invasive pests are still ...

For Dr. Leslie Mertz, the crawlers and flyers of the insect world are a source of fascination. "My favorite insect is whichever one I looked at last," she said, chuckling. To share her passion for ...

Should you ever find yourself playing a trivia game on the topic of moths and butterflies, here are a few facts that might help. Collectively called Lepidoptera, moths and butterflies account for ...