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Popillia japonica
Featured in 2 tracked stories · first seen
Situations
Japanese beetle spread in Europe
11 clusters · 40 sources · last updated
Latest: Japanese beetle threat prompts preparations in Baden-Württemberg
In late June/early July 2026, two Japanese beetles were captured in Alsace, confirming the pest’s first presence in France. The French Ministry of Agriculture responded with nationwide trapping and expanded surveillance.
Italy: Urban tree disputes, invasive pests and fire safety
33 clusters · 74 sources · last updated
Latest: Japanese beetle invasive threat spreads through Italy and Netherlands
Throughout mid-2026, Italian municipalities faced intense scrutiny over urban tree management, invasive pests, and fire prevention. Tensions escalated as residents and environmental groups, including Legambiente and LIPU