Be on the lookout for spongy moth

EK
Updated May 2 2022 - 1:37pm, first published April 28 2022 - 10:00am
Threat: Spongy moth, formerly known as gypsy moth, is a notifiable plant pest in NSW.
Threat: Spongy moth, formerly known as gypsy moth, is a notifiable plant pest in NSW.

People are urged to look out for signs of spongy moth following recent heavy rainfall, which provides an ideal environment for the exotic plant pest to thrive if it were to arrive in NSW.

EK

St George and Sutherland Shire Leader reporter covering education, health and general community news. Email: ekolimar@theleader.com.au

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