Japanese beetles aren’t exactly newcomers. These invasive beetles were first found in the U.S. in the early 20th century, likely arriving as grubs in the soil of iris plants imported from Japan.

Japanese beetles aren’t exactly newcomers. These invasive beetles were first found in the U.S. in the early 20th century, likely arriving as grubs in the soil of iris plants imported from Japan.

Suddenly Japanese beetles are invading our gardens, stripping our favorite plants practically overnight. How do we combat this annual invasion, now and in the future? You need a long-term strategy to ...

State officials trapped nearly three times the number of Japanese beetles in the region this year than in 2024, a worrying ...

It’s time to keep an eye out for Japanese beetles, one of the most easily recognized and destructive garden pests. In June and July, grubs in the soil of lawns turn into adult beetles that start ...

GRAND JUNCTION, Colo. (KREX) – Japanese beetles are not a new problem in the Grand Valley. The town of Palisade dealt with an infestation about 20 years ago, and while the problem was eventually ...

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) - Whether you’re seeing Japanese beetles, June bugs, or Emerald Euphoria beetles, they all have similar needs in these hot months. These and more than 30,000 similar species are ...

This stag beetle has just weeks to find a mate before he dies. After living five years underground as a juvenile, this adult male stag beetle has only a few weeks to find a mate. Not only must he find ...

They are back, and in some areas, with a vengeance! Japanese beetles arrived in our area around June 27 and have been enjoying the fruits of gardener’s labors. In some areas, they are quite heavy. I ...