Invasive Lily Leaf Beetle Spreads Across Michigan, Threatening Local Flora
The lily leaf beetle, an invasive species originally from Eurasia, is spreading across Michigan, posing a threat to local flora. Michigan State University scientists are urging residents to report sightings of the beetle, which primarily targets plants in the Lilium and Fritillaria families. The beetle has been spreading across North America for decades, with Michigan's first confirmed detection in 2016. The beetle's lifecycle involves laying eggs on the undersides of leaves, with larvae feeding aggressively and covering themselves in excrement to deter predators. 
