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Provides selected Kentucky resources from agencies and organizations with an interest in the prevention, control, or eradication of invasive species.

Spotlights

  • Spotted Lanternfly Now Confirmed in Kentucky

  • Asian Longhorned Tick Found in Kentucky

    • Jul 21, 2020

    • University of Kentucky. College of Agriculture, Food, and Environment.

    • The Asian longhorned tick, which preys on a variety of hosts including humans and wild and domestic animals, has been found in Kentucky. This new tick is known to attack animals in large numbers and will be a concern to livestock producers, wildlife enthusiasts and pet owners. The tick has been found in small numbers on elk in Martin County and black bear in Floyd County. It was found in large numbers on a bull in Metcalfe County in the south-central part of the state. Individuals who find a usually large number of ticks on their pet or livestock should contact their local veterinarian. Those who find single ticks they think might be an Asian longhorned tick should work with their county extension agent for agriculture and natural resources to submit the sample to UK entomologists for positive identification.

  • Kentucky Emerald Ash Borer (EAB): Resources & Updates

    • University of Kentucky. College of Agriculture. Entomology.

    • Officials with the Office of the State Entomologist in the University of Kentucky Entomology Department on May 22, 2009 announced two confirmed occurrences in Kentucky of emerald ash borer, an invasive insect pest of ash trees. These are the first findings of this destructive insect in the state.

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