Invasive Species

Fruit flies are taking over Michigan homes this fall. Here's why, and how to get rid of them for good.

Meet the creepiest Great Lakes invaders: sea lampreys and snakeheads. With razor teeth and land-walking skills, they’re scarier than any movie monster.

The latest invasive: stiltgrass. With thousands of seeds, shallow roots, and a love for disturbed soil, it's creeping into Michigan’s yards, game areas, and roadsides. Pull it, report it, and don’t let it win.

Michigan’s spongy moth infestations keep returning, shredding oaks and aspens while dropping frass across backyards statewide.

After a four‑year DNR undercover bust on alleged feral Russian boars at Ted Nugent’s Sunrize Acres, a judge ruled they’re domestic pigs—not invasive. Nugent was cleared while other farms face DNA testing or removal.

They’re flashy and fabulous, but Japanese beetles are tearing up Michigan lawns, gardens, and farms—and we’ve had enough.

This summer, Michigan faces a pest dilemma as the spotted lanternfly threatens our cherished agriculture. Learn how you can help protect local crops.

Bighead, Silver, Grass, and Black Carp pose serious threats to Michigan’s environment and $5.1B fishing industry.

These invasive, and terrifying, fish have done some serious damage over the years.

See a tree wrapped with duct tape in Grand Rapids? It's not a prank or a weird ritual - there's a good reason for it. And it's something you'll see more often in the spring.

Learn why the Northern Snakehead is a major concern for Michigan's ecosystem and how the DNR is working to control its population.

Discover the unique ballooning technique used by Joro spiders to fly and why experts predict they may eventually reach Michigan.