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INVASIVE
INSECTS

are non-native insects that cause or may cause harm to plants, people, other insects, or the environment.

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Invasive insects are spread when they are moved via firewood, shipping pallets, mail packages, vehicles, or other modes of transportation.

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Invasive insects are spread when they are moved via firewood, shipping pallets, mail packages, vehicles, or other modes of transportation.

MOST
WANTED

Mississippi

Spotted Lanternfly

Spotted Lanternfly Drawn by Ashley Rude Baker

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Asian Citrus Psyllid

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Emerald Ash Borer

Emerald Ash Borer Drawn by Ashley Rude Baker
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Spongy Moth

Asian Gypsy moth. Lymantria dispar.Learn more button.

Asian Longhorned Beetle

Asian Longhorned Beetle Drawn by Ashley Rude Baker
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Most
Wanted

Mississippi

Asian Longhorned Beetle

Asian Longhorned Beetle Drawn by Ashley Rude Baker
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Asian Citrus Psyllid

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Emerald Ash Borer

Emerald Ash Borer Drawn by Ashley Rude Baker
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Spongy Moth

Asian Gypsy moth. Lymantria dispar.Learn more button.

Spotted Lanternfly

Spotted Lanternfly Drawn by Ashley Rude Baker

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INVASIVE INSECT TRAPPING

is conducted by the invasive insect trapping team at Mississippi State University. They set traps at farms, vineyards, nurseries, wildlife management areas, and various other locations in

42
MISSISSIPPI
COUNTIES
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INVASIVE
INSECT
TRAPPING

A map of Mississippi with 42 counties highlighted.
is conducted by the invasive insect trapping team at Mississippi State University. They set traps at farms, vineyards, nurseries, wildlife management areas, and various other locations in

42

MISSISSIPPI
COUNTIES

SOME OF THE TRAPS WE USE

SOME OF THE TRAPS WE USE

Plastic bucket trap ctahces moths. Set at solanaceous, small grain, forest, and grape and small berry sites.Plastic delta trap catches moths and flies. Set at stonefruit, grape and small berry, and forest sites.Wing trap catches moths. Set at stonefruit, grape and small berry, and forest sites.Yellow Sticky trap catches planthoppers and moths. Set at stonefruit and small grain sites.Jackson trap catches moths. Set at stonefruit and grape and small berry sites.Paper delta trap catches moths. Set at stonefruit, grape and small berry, and forest sites.
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The Farmers First Initiative (FFI) connects first detectors in Mississippi to resources and tools designed to increase the chances of detecting, reporting, and managing invasive insects.
First detectors. individuals capable of detecting an invasive insect at its introduction site such as farmers, landowners, foresters, nursery workers, and gardeners.
FFI focuses on providing resources
for identifying

FIVE MAJOR
INVASIVE INSECTS

Spotted Lanternfly Drawn by Ashley Rude Baker

Lycorma delicatula

Spotted Lanternfly
Native to China, Vietnam, and India
Nymphs emerge in late April.
Harmful to orchards and vineyards.
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FFI focuses on providing resources for identifying

FIVE MAJOR INVASIVE INSECTS

Spotted Lanternfly Drawn by Ashley Rude Baker
Lycorma delicatula
Spotted Lanternfly
Native to China, Vietnam, and India
Nymphs emerge in late April
Harmful to orchards and vineyards
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asian citrus psyllid

Diaphorina citri

Asian Citrus Psyllid
Small (3-4 mm)
Affects citrus plants
Feeds on plants’ leaves and stems
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asian citrus psyllid
Diaphorina citri
Asian Citrus Psyllid
Small (3-4 mm)
Affects citrus plants
Feeds on plants' leaves and stems
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Emerald Ash Borer Drawn by Ashley Rude Baker
Agrilus planipennis
Emerald Ash Borer
Entered the U.S. in the early 90s
Feeds on ash trees
Travels to new areas on wood
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Emerald Ash Borer Drawn by Ashley Rude Baker

Agrilus planipennis

Emerald Ash Borer
Entered the U.S. in the early 90s
Feeds on ash trees
Travels to new areas on wood
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Asian Gypsy moth. Lymantria dispar.
Lymantria dispar
Spongy Moth*

Native to Europe, Asia, and North Africa
Caterpillars cause majority of damage
Attacks 500+ species of trees and shrubs

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Asian Gypsy moth. Lymantria dispar.

Lymantria dispar

Spongy Moth*
Native to Europe, Asia, and North Africa
Caterpillars cause majority of damage
Attack 500+ species of trees and shrubs
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* In 2022, the Entomological Society of America changed the common name of the species group previously known as Gypsy moths to Spongy moths. The new name references Lymantria dispar’s spongy egg masses. Literature prior to 2022 may still refer to this species by their previous common name.
Asian Longhorned Beetle Drawn by Ashley Rude Baker

Anoplophora glabripennis

Asian Longhorned Beetle
Feeds on hardwood trees
Native to China and Korea
1.5 inches long
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Asian Longhorned Beetle Drawn by Ashley Rude Baker

Anoplophora glabripennis

Asian Longhorned Beetle
Feeds on hardwood trees
Native to China and Korea
1.5 inches long
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* In 2022, the Entomological Society of America changed the common name of the species group previously known as Gypsy moths to Spongy moths. The new name references Lymantria dispar’s spongy egg masses. Literature prior to 2022 may still refer to this species by their previous common name.

FFI hosts workshops to directly provide first detectors with:

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Tips for basic identification

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Tools for reporting invasive insects

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Hands-on insect experience

If you are interested in attending a workshop, please contact bkm105@msstate.edu.
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FFI hosts workshops to directly provide first detectors with:

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Tips for
basic identification
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Tools for reporting invasive insects
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Hands-on insect experience
If you are interested in attending a workshop, please contact bkm105@msstate.edu.
register here button

UPCOMING WORKSHOPS 2021

All will take place from 10am-3pm, lunch will be provided.
Jan 6

Hattiesburg, MS

Jan 7

Starkville, MS

Jan 13

Stoneville, MS

Jan 14

Raymond, MS

If you are unable to attend a workshop, Farmers First provides invasive insect identification resources in this free PDF handbook:
Handbook PDF
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FAQs

What insects are you looking for?

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Have you found any of the insects you are looking for?

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Can invasive insects harm my plants?

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Are insect traps dangerous to people?

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OTHER INVASIVE INSECT RESOURCES

Invasive Insect Posters

Emerald Ash Borer Information

National Invasive Species Information Center

NISIC

Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service

APHIS