Conn. (WTNH) — Despite the harmless name, the spotted lanternfly is an invasive species, and the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) is asking residents to try ...

The spotted lanternfly made its way from East Asia to Connecticut about five years ago. The population has grown largely in the last couple of years. Thousands of workers tried 4-day workweeks ...

Six plants are being added to Connecticut’s invasive species list beginning as early as this October. It’s the first time in at least five years that the state has added to the list.

MILFORD, Conn. (WTNH) – Connecticut boaters and others are being encouraged to help prevent the spread of invasive aquatic plants and animals found in lakes and rivers. The state is holding its ...