An invasive moth species, whose population has been exploding in Michigan over the last couple of years, has a new name because its original name included a derogatory term.

The Michigan DNR says gypsy moth activity is expected across Lower Michigan this year after heavy defoliation last year by caterpillars.

Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development find box tree moth species in Lenawee County ...

Michigan DNR officials are warning people that the gypsy moth invasive species numbers are on the rise in southern Michigan. The moths are non-native pests that can cause harm to native species ...

Officials for the Michigan Department of Natural Resources are forecasting a decrease in spongy moths in Michigan — an invasive that can strip a forest bare.

State officials have expressed concern about an influx of invasive gypsy moths in southern Michigan, saying the insects can harm native species and ecosystems. DNR officials said a large ...

"Keep an eye out and report any suspicious damage," instructed Commissioner of Agriculture Ken Leonhardt. "Early detection is ...

A species of moth not seen in 110 years was found in the luggage of a passenger arriving at Detroit Metropolitan Airport in September 2021.

Entomological Society of America announced a new common name for the Lymantria dispar moth Wednesday. Formerly known by the common name gypsy moth, the hairy, yellow-faced caterpillar with red and ...

Experts recommend keeping an eye out for egg clusters and scraping them into buckets of soapy water. Officials issue warning ...

MICHIGAN — An invasive moth species formerly given a derogatory term for Romani people has been given a new name. The Entomological Society of America has renamed the Lymantria dispar moth’s ...