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Maryland Has Eradicated These Invasive 20-Lb. Swimming Rodents

DCist
It’s an invasive swimming rodent that has wreaked havoc on wetlands of the Chesapeake Bay for the better half of a century, and now, officials say, the nutria has been driven out of Maryland.

Visit https://dcist.com/story/22/09/16/maryland-eradicated-invasive-nutria-rodents/ to view the full article online.

Why Are Some People Mosquito Magnets and Others Unbothered?

The Conversation
Mosquitoes need to feed on blood in order to reproduce. But how do they choose whom to feed on?

Visit https://theconversation.com/why-are-some-people-mosquito-magnets-and-others-unbothered-a-medical-entomologist-points-to-metabolism-body-odor-and-mindset-187957 to view the full article online.

A Squirrel in a Substation Caused a Power Outage for Over 10,000 Virginians

CNN
A small creature caused a blackout in Virginia Beach last week: a wandering squirrel that made its way into the substation.

Visit https://www.cnn.com/2022/09/17/us/virginia-beach-squirrel-power-outage-trnd/index.html to view the full article online.

Rodents a Growing Problem on Southern Vancouver Island, Says Pest Control Expert

CTV News
Rats are a growing concern on southern Vancouver Island, where their numbers are increasing and residents are reporting damage to their homes and vehicles.

Visit https://vancouverisland.ctvnews.ca/the-rat-population-is-increasing-rodents-a-growing-problem-on-southern-vancouver-island-says-pest-control-expert-1.6065640 to view the full article online.

Highly Invasive Spotted Lanternfly Found in Downtown Cleveland

WKYC
The insect could have a hugely negative impact on Ohio agriculture.

Visit https://www.wkyc.com/article/sports/outdoors/invasive-spotted-lanternfly-found-downtown-cleveland/95-7b9c0613-0b5c-494b-91a0-575683853db1 to view the full article online.

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