Moths

The Minnesota Department of Agriculture proposed spongy moth, formerly known as gypsy moth, management in northeastern Minnesota is canceled due to a lack of federal funding.

Low-flying planes will soon spray to disrupt invasive spongy moth mating

The MN Department of Agriculture will treat 24 sites in Aitkin, Carlton, Itasca, Pine and St. Louis counties with nontoxic spray to slow the spread of the destructive pest.

Science and Nature

The Defenses of Moths and Caterpillars: John Latimer talks with Jim Sogaard

Heidi Holtan

John Latimer heard from Phil from Michigan who had a story of caterpillar - a saddleback - that had hairs with chemicals that caused skin irritation.…

Science and Nature

Moths & Caterpillars in the Northwoods with Jim Sogaard

John Latimer

Despite the snowstorm, we're getting ready for spring and for Moths & Caterpillars of the Northwoods. Let us know what you are seeing! Join our Season…