michigan invasive species

Four popular landscape plants and two aquatic species are being added to Michigan’s invasive species list.

Invasive silver carp, known as flying fish, could threaten Michigan’s Great Lakes.

Michigan officials warn invasive lanternflies could expand across the state this summer.

MDARD wants to block untreated firewood from crossing into Michigan, and it’s all because invasive insects love road trips.

The spotted lanternfly has officially touched down in Jackson County, Michigan. It doesn’t bite—but it sucks sap, leaves nasty moldy residue and threatens our plants. Time to squish.

Michigan homes are safe (for now). But stink bugs are waiting for that first cold snap to invade. Learn how to prep before your house becomes their winter Airbnb.

Those bright yellow mushrooms may look tempting, but they’re causing quite a stir in Michigan’s forests.

Yep, tropical mosquitoes have arrived here. A single Aedes aegypti was found in Saginaw County—but no outbreak yet. Here’s how to protect yourself.

Detroit made the list—again. The 2025 ranking of America’s most bed bug-infested cities is out, and Michigan travelers might want to check those sheets twice.

They’re flashy and fabulous, but Japanese beetles are tearing up Michigan lawns, gardens, and farms—and we’ve had enough.