(KWNO)-Two new invasive insects have been found for the first time in Minnesota. The Elm Seed Bug feeds on elm seeds but can also feed on linden and oak. It is mainly considered a nuisance pest like the box elder bug, as they can enter homes in large numbers. While box elder bugs are active in late summer and fall, the elm seed bug is active in mid-June.
The second, the Asiatic Garden beetle an invasive insect that feeds on over 100 hosts including fruit, vegetables, perennials, and annuals. Heavy infestations can lead to complete defoliation. Minnesotans can report suspected sightings of both insects to the MDA’s Report a Pest Line.
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