Nature

Cydalima Perspectalis and Its Impact on Box Trees

Cydalima perspectalis, commonly known as the box tree moth, has rapidly emerged as one of the most problematic invasive species in Europe. Native to Asia, this moth was introduced through the ...
The Hill

Invasive moth spreads to new state: Where else has it been detected?

RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — The Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (VDACS) has confirmed the detection of a new invasive insect in the Commonwealth: the box tree moth. Inspectors ...
Live Science

Ecologist Tim Blackburn: 'Moths pollinate a wider range of species than bees'

With colors ranging from candy pinks to golds and sometimes possessing wingspans as big as a bird's, moths are a fascinating group. Ecologist Tim Blackburn tells Live Science about the incredible, ...
WVEC

This invasive moth could threaten Virginia's historic sites

The Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (VDACS) has announced the first detection of an invasive insect pest, the box tree moth (Cydalima perspectalis), in the Commonwealth.
WVEC

Invasive box tree moth detected in Virginia for the first time, says VDACS

The Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (VDACS) has announced the first detection of an invasive insect pest, the box tree moth (Cydalima perspectalis), in the Commonwealth.