The invasive spotted lanternfly has spread to 17 states and can threaten vineyards. But bats, fungi, dogs and even trees may help control them.

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) released the list on Feb. 20 for National Invasive Species Awareness Week, which took place from Feb. 24 to Feb. 28.

The DNR and the state invasive species council have been working to update the list since 2012. One prong of the revisions calls for downgrading the ash borer from prohibited to restricted status.

Plants can bring beauty, shade, and biodiversity to your backyard, but not all plants are welcome. Some species are outright ...

Invasive species outcompete native wildlife, destroy habitats and mess up ecosystems. First on the list is the Nutria, an oversized wetland-loving rodent.

Nandina (Nandina domestica). Photo by Department of Conservation and Recreation. Thirteen species have been added to the Virginia invasive plant species list due to the potential harm to natural ...